"The national title was still our goal because we had a deep team," said Ron Akre, a guard/forward who went from being a bench player to a starter after the suspensions. His final message to his team on Twitter said, "It's forever love.". Frayer's teammates reacted to the news of his death on social media. Man, Im at a loss for words and just in shock. After logging a career-high 30 starts as a junior, Frayer was academically ineligible in the 2019-2020 season. "He was the heartbeat of our team with his vibrant, energetic personality. or redistributed. Grand Canyon University basketball player Oscar Frayer, who appeared in the team's NCAA Tournament game last week, died Tuesday in a car accident that also claimed the lives of his. 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Grand Canyon Antelopes starting forward Oscar Frayer has tragically passed away due to injuries sustained in a car accident. University officials said a celebration of life was held on March 30 to honor Frayer, in addition to all other GCU students, faculty and staff members who died during the school year. ". who had 8 points, 3 rebounds, and 5 assists in the game against Iowa, has passed away due to injuries sustained in a car crash. 11:25 PM EDT, Thu March 25, 2021. Man, Im at a loss for words and just in shock. Oscar Frayer, a senior forward for the Grand Canyon University men's basketball team who played in last week's NCAA Tournament, was killed in a car accident in northern California on Tuesday . Grand Canyon basketball player Oscar Frayer died early Tuesday morning in a car accident just three days after appearing in his first career NCAA Tournament with the Antelopes. A member of the Grand Canyon University men's basketball team has died after being involved in a car crash in California on Tuesday. Authorities say both officers are expected to survive. Grand Canyon forward Oscar Frayer died in a car accident Tuesday, three days after the first and last NCAA tournament game of his five-year college basketball career. Oscar Frayer, a senior forward for the Grand Canyon University men's basketball team who played in last week's NCAA Tournament, was killed in a car accident in . According to the statement, Frayer, his sister, Andrea Moore and their friend were killed in the car accident on Tuesday. 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(KTXL) An Oakland native with a promising future in basketball died along with two others in a fatal car crash early this week in San Joaquin County. Frayer holds Grand Canyons Division I-era record for career blocks with 93 and is fourth in points with 970. 2 seed Iowa in the round of 64 on Saturday in Indianapolis, Indiana. "Off the court, he will be remembered for his infectious smile, energetic spirit and caring soul that made him one of the most well-liked students on campus.". 2021 CBS Interactive Inc. All Rights Reserved. THANK YOU LOPE NATION for the last 5 years..its been nothing less than amazing..from President Mueller, to our coaching staff, to my brothers who I compete with everyday..its love FOREVER. 'Off the court, he will be remembered for his infectious smile, energetic spirit and caring soul that made him one of the most well-liked students on campus.'. Grand Canyon basketball player Oscar Frayer died from a car accident, three days after the Antelopes played in the NCAA Tournament for the first time. Grand Canyon University basketball player Oscar Frayer died from a car accident, three days after the Antelopes played in the NCAA Tournament for the first time,the school announcedThursday. CHP says all three people, including Frayer and Moore, died. %u2014 GCU Men's Basketball (@GCU_MBB) March 26, 2021 His dad died in a car accident A redshirt senior from Oakland, California, Frayer was the son of Oscar Frayer and Bionca Sparrow.. Frayer had already graduated and received his degree in communications. (Photo: Cronkite News) (Frank Knight and Cronkite News) A redshirt senior from Oakland, California, Frayer was the son of Oscar Frayer and Bionca Sparrow. It was Grand Canyon's first NCAA Tournament appearance. 4 Gone. The vehicle with Frayer in it rear-ended the patrol vehicle, hit a tree and then burst into flames, according to The Sacramento Bee. Authorities say both officers are expected to survive. "We love O," Grand Canyon coach Bryce Drew said in a statement. 'He Was Our Dreams': A College Basketball Star's Wrenching Death Days after leading his college team to its first men's N.C.A.A. , updated Two officers were rushed to the hospital. Jan. 16, 2023 3:48 AM PT. The latest Arizona headlines, national news events of the day + sports and weather updates. It was his 107th start for Grand Canyon, a burgeoning program that he helped guide to its first NCAA Division I men's basketball tournament appearance this season. Love you O pic.twitter.com/wPTer9vjeA, First published on March 26, 2021 / 6:28 AM. TRIBUTES have poured in for a Grand Canyon University basketball star who tragically died in a car crash in California. Grand Canyon basketball player Oscar Frayer died from a car accident, three days after the Antelopes played in the NCAA Tournament for the first time. His Twitter bio says, "Rest In Peace Dad.". He was 23 years old. Ohio residents: 21+ and present in OH. People throughout the basketball community in Oakland, California, where Frayer was a high school star, have expressed their condolences. Discovery Company. Tributes are coming in from all over the college basketball world. Fly high O, your name will not be forgotten https://t.co/JRLxwp61p7, Life is so precious one of my all time favourite teammates. He was just 23 years old. Frayer was a native of Oakland, California. In an 86-74 loss to Iowa on Saturday, the Antelopes forward had eight points, five assists and three blocks. 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According to the school, the 23-year-old athlete died in a car crash in California on March 23 . The impact sent the patrol vehicle into a dirt embankment, leaving the officers with serious injuries. We do not target any individuals under the age of 21. They're coming off a 61-52 win at UT-Rio Grande Valley led by the 12 points and 10 rebounds of Evan Zars. PHOENIX - Officials with Grand Canyon University confirmed on March 25 that one of their students and a member of the school's basketball team was killed in a crash in California on March. Grand Canyon basketball player Oscar Frayer died in a car accident early Tuesday morning in California. On Thursday night, Grand Canyon University confirmed what the basketball world feared. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM. According to the school, the 23-year-old athlete died in a car crash in California on March 23. Details about incident were not mentioned in the report. Frayer was 23. King World Productions Inc. 2022 Inside Edition Inc. and CBS interactive Inc., Paramount companies. 2. Mutual Fund and ETF data provided by Refinitiv Lipper. By ArLuther Lee, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. Oscar Frayer, 23, his older. CNN Sans & 2016 Cable News Network. Frayer and the Antelopes had just faced off against the Iowa Hawkeyes in the NCAA Tournament last weekend. GCU head coach Bryce Drew released a statement after Frayer's passing. Grand Canyon University is mourning the loss of basketball player Oscar Frayer. Quotes displayed in real-time or delayed by at least 15 minutes. %u2014 GCU Men's Basketball (@GCU_MBB) March 26, 2021 His dad died in a car accident A redshirt senior from Oakland, California, Frayer was the son of Oscar Frayer and Bionca Sparrow.. The Oakland, California, native had returned to Northern California after finishing with eight points, five assists and three blocked shots in GCU's loss to Iowa at the NCAA Tournament in Indianapolis. 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The elder Oscar Frayer died in a car accident when young Oscar was 7, according to a story on the athletics department website. Love you, O. In search of healing, Frayer's mother moved her son and his two older sisters from Oakland, California, to nearby Hayward, where basketball found Frayer. Grand Canyon basketball player Oscar Frayer killed in car crash three days after playing in NCAA tournament March 26, 2021 / 6:28 AM / CBS News Grand Canyon University basketball player. Could put a smile on anyones face. His destruction comes just a short time after the bunch played in the NCAA Tournament. Frayer scored eight points in his final game. A Grand Canyon University basketball player was killed in a car crash Tuesday, just three days after a season-ending loss to Iowa in the NCAA . 2023 Cable News Network. The SUV continued into a tree and caught fire. Offensive lineman Devin Willock and a recruiting staff member were killed early Sunday in a car wreck, the University of Georgia said, just hours after the Bulldogs . Frayer and his sister, 28-year-old Andrea Moore, were killed with an unidentified person in a car crash in Lodi, California, on Tuesday, the school announced Thursday. Frayer scored eight points in his final game. . Someone who is truly one of my brothers and someone I consider family. He was 23. He was 19 years old. ", Frayer was raised by his mother after his father died in a car accident when Frayer was 7 years old. A Celebration of Life will be held at 7 p.m. Tuesday at GCU Arena. Just three days after playing in the NCAA tournament, Oscar Frayer, a forward on the men's basketball team at Grand Canyon University, died Tuesday in a car accident near Lodi, California, the school's athletics department said Thursday. He is the school's all-time leading shot-blocker with 93, and Frayer ranks first all-time in blocked shots (93), second in steals (118) and fourth in both points (970) and 3-pointers (144). The GCU. College Basketball Player Charged With Murder University of Alabama basketball star Darius Miles wept as he was taken to jail and charged with murder. The star swingman made a few incredible plays, including a highlight block against Hawkeyes star Connor McCaffrey. PHOENIX Grand Canyon basketball player Oscar Frayer died from a car accident, three days after the Antelopes played in the NCAA Tournament for the first time. After the game, Frayer tweeted, "I bleed purple FOREVER!!!! Former Cal star Ivan Rabb, who battled Frayer at the prep level, tweeted a broken heart. Just watched you play a couple days ago and now youre gone. Fly high O, your name will not be forgotten https://t.co/JRLxwp61p7, Life is so precious one of my all time favourite teammates. A majority died of accidents such as car or plane crashes. We love you O and will see you again in heaven. GCU's Oscar Frayer Dies In Car Crash 3 Days After Playing In NCAA Tournament Gisele Bndchen Sees Spiritual Healer After Leaving Tom Brady Child Tackled By Security After Running On Field. His death comes just days after the team played in the NCAA Tournament. 12/11/2020 8:00:00 AM By: Paul Coro Oscar Frayer still had lessons to learn, hugs to hold and memories to make with his father when he lost him to a fatal car accident at age 7. Grand Canyon University senior basketball player Oscar Frayer was killed in a car accident in northern California on Tuesday, the San Joaquin (Calif.) Medical Examiner's Office. The third person was not identified. All rights reserved. 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Grand Canyon men's basketball guard/forward Oscar Frayer died at the age of 23 following a car crash near . Copyright 2021 Scripps Media, Inc. All rights reserved. ANCHORAGE , Alaska (AP) Anchorage police have released the name of a woman killed last week in a traffic crash. Grand Canyon University basketball player Oscar Frayer was one of three people killed in a car accident early Tuesday morning in Lodi, California, the San Joaquin Medical Examiner's Office . It is not known why the Subaru SUV veered off the road, and police have not revealed who was driving at the time of the accident. By clicking Sign Up, I confirmthat I have read and agreeto the Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. Is it time Harry & Meghan accept Clarkson's apology and move on? The tragic news comes only days after GCU got knocked out of the NCAA Tournament by Iowa on Saturday. University of Georgia offensive lineman Devin Willock and Chandler LeCroy, a staff member for the football team, were killed in a car crash moments after the team celebrated their national . He was 23. He should have been preparing for many more years of great basketball and a life full of happiness. appreciated. University officials say Frayer's sister, 28-year-old Andrea Moore, was also killed in the crash. Grand Canyon Antelopes senior and men's basketball standout Oscar Frayer died Tuesday in a car accident, the university confirmed Thursday. The crash happened just three days after the 'Lopes played in their first NCAA Tournament game, losing to Iowa 86-74. As a freshman, the 6-foot-6 swingman posted 19 points and six rebounds when the Lopes upset San Diego State. CHP says all three people, including Frayer and Moore, died. Legal Statement. He was the heartbeat of our team with his vibrant, energetic personality. Grand Canyon University basketball player Oscar Frayer (right), his older sister and a friend died early on Tuesday in a car accident near Lodi, California just days after the senior. I cannot put into words the hurt and sadness we all feel, but we know he is in heaven and that gives us great joy to know we will be together again.". An offensive lineman for the University of Georgia and a football staff member died in a car crash Sunday morning. THANK YOU LOPE NATION for the last 5 years..it's been nothing less than amazing..from President Mueller, to our coaching staff, to my brothers who I compete with everyday..it's love FOREVER. He was 23. . The . He was set to participate in the school's commencement ceremony next month. Grand Canyon basketball player Oscar Frayer died from a car accident, three days after the Antelopes played in the NCAA Tournament for the first time. You were one-of-a-kind and one of the most upbeat and energetic people Ive ever been around. "As the GCU family grieves the loss of one of our students, we ask that you keep his family and friends in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time and know that God is always there for us," read a portion of the statement. Frayer, a senior, was a four-year starter at Grand Canyon and completed his academic requirements to graduate in April. 'On the court, Oscar was known as the 'High Flyer' and will be remembered for his soaring dunks, tenacious defense and game-changing blocked shots,' the school said in its statement. He was 23 years old. Frayer and his sister, 28-year-old Andrea Moore, were killed with an unidentified person in a car crash in Lodi, California, on Tuesday, the school announced Thursday. 1:47. Grand Canyon's men's basketball team fell into a 15-point hole in the first two minutes of the second half Saturday night and wasn't able to overcome California Baptist in a 79-74 Western Athletic . Oscar Frayer, 23, died in the crash near Lodi on Tuesday alongside his older Oscar Frayer Celebration of Lifehttps://youtu.be/ITdqq2cnfBE, GoFundMe - Memorial Fund: Oscar Frayer & Andrea Moore-Frayer. The last 3 weeks were happiest I had ever seen you. Frayer and his sister, 28-year-old . 3, 2021 at 8:28 AM PDT. Oscar Frayer, 23, was a forward for the team and senior. GCU announced his. Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. But he had the opportunity to return for the Lopes to play one final season, starting 24 games, and graduating with a degree in communications. The 6-foot-6 forward averaged 6.6 points, 2.5 rebounds and 2.0 assists while helping the Lopes win the Western Conference Athletic Tournament for the first time. pic.twitter.com/rNd47znpsS, GCU Men's Basketball (@GCU_MBB) March 26, 2021, "We love O," GCU head coach Bryce Drew said. and 'We love O,' Grand Canyon coach Bryce Drew said in a statement released by the university. Grand Canyon University is mourning the loss of basketball player Oscar Frayer. Frayer was a defensive player and had started in his first three seasons in GCU . Miss you, O. He was just 23 years old. March 26, 2021 / 6:28 AM Copyright 2023 CBS Interactive Inc. All rights reserved. He has been covering Big Ten football since 2014. PHOENIX - Officials with Grand Canyon University confirmed on March 25 that one of their students and a member of the school's basketball team was killed in a crash in California on March 23. "We love O," GCU head coach Bryce Drew said. A Warner Bros. Fox News Flash top headlines are here. According to ESPN , the 23-year-old basketball star was involved in a . 0:05. Frayer also ranksfourth for career points (970) and 3-pointers made (144) while coming within one swipe of the career-steals record. 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