College basketball player Gregg Glenn III dead at 22 after 'tragic accident'

Gregg Glenn III of the Tulane basketball team has died at the age of 22 after what his school have said was 'a tragic accident'.

The announcement was made on Monday about the player who started all 34 games for his team last season.

'It is with profound sadness that I reach out to you today,' the school's Vice President, Sarah Cunningham, wrote in a letter.

'We have lost a cherished member of our university community, Gregg Glenn III, who died in a tragic accident this weekend. He was a talented student-athlete who enriched our lives with his spirit, dedication, and passion for both sports and academics. 

'Gregg was an outstanding athlete on our men’s basketball team and an individual who brought joy and light to those around him. His commitment to excellence inspired many of us.'

There has not yet been any further announcement surrounding the circumstances of his death. 

Glenn had transferred to the school from the University of Michigan after his freshman year, where he played four times for the team.

He had averaged 10.6 points and 5.3 rebounds per game for his team across the course of last season. 

'The oldest of his siblings, Gregg was a Health & Wellness major from Pompano Beach, Florida. 

'Known for his infectious personality, positive energy, and kindness, he brightened every room he entered. Well known in the South Florida area for his basketball prowess, he will be greatly missed by many.'

The Tulane Men's Basketball team added in their own announcement on X: 'Our heartfelt sympathies go out to his family, friends, and everyone who knew and cared for him during this difficult time.'