<p>Boston College rower died just as they were finishing a rowing competition in Philadelphia today. I’m sure we all send our deepest sympathy to the rower’s family and friends.</p>
<p>Just got an email from the BC student newspaper about this terrific young man who just finished his junior year at BC. Apparently the varsity light eight won their race in the regatta, and he fainted. One of his teammates gave him CPR til the paramedics arrived and used defib. His parents were there and were able to accompany him to the hospital, but tragically he died. Many prayers going out to this family, and all who knew him.</p>
<p>What did he die of - heart? Heat? This sort of thing is always so tragic…</p>
<p>Radio report this morning that it was heart attack. Don’t know any further details, but this tragic “young athlete with undiscovered heart problem dying on/near field of play” has happened several times in our small town/state. </p>
<p>So, so sad. And, in many cases, it appears that even excellent and regular medical care does not/cannot identify the defect in advance.</p>
<p>Hearts going out to all involved.</p>
<p>Oh my, this is so incredibly sad. The family and all the classmates are in my prayers.</p>
<p>It happens all too often. Last year, a boy died at one of our Cross Country meets. He was 14 and had no history of heart problems. It must be so hard for his family, friends, team, and school.</p>