Afterward, he hugged and thanked the Grand Canyon staff the coaches, the public relations crew, the team manager. 3:45. I cried, said Chriss, who donated on the day he was traded from Golden State to San Antonio. For further details of our complaints policy and to make a complaint please click this link: thesun.co.uk/editorial-complaints/, Promising athlete Oscar Frayer, 23, tragically died after a devastating car crash on March 23, In Oscar Frayer's final game against Iowa, he gained eight points, three blocks, and a steal, The two officers involved in the crash were taken to hospital suffering major injuries, Frayer's father tragically also lost his life in a car accident, Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO). 4 Gone. UConn is No. Both officers were rushed to hospital with "major injuries" after the crash, according to the CHP, yet the pair are expected to survive. helped the college navigate its transition. Frayer was 7 at the time. Grand Canyon certainly appreciated the gesture, as well: O got his One Shining Moment. The initial statement did not identify any of the people killed in the crash. Wilhelm, who has worked for The State Press, is working for the Phoenix news bureau. Thank you Lope Nation for the last 5 years..it's been nothing less than amazing. He was doing it his way, Major said. Grand Canyon University senior basketball player Oscar Frayer was killed in a car accident in northern California on Tuesday, the San Joaquin Medical Examiner's . And junior guardRashad Smithwrote on IG: "To my brother big O. I appreciate everything that youve taught me and thankful for every memory with you. Moreau competed for championships each of Frayers four years and transformed into one of Northern Californias best high school teams. What Ill always remember is that he persisted, Wilson said. In the Bay Area alone, basketball culture out here is very big, and it creates communities and connects people out here. His Moreau Catholic High School coach, Frank Knight, tweeted about how proud he was of Frayer for staying at GCU after he lost eligibility his junior season to complete his degree. He was 23 years old. The accident continues to be investigated. He was the heartbeat of our team with his vibrant, energetic personality. I'm rattled right now. RELATED: Two officers injured in deadly I-5 crash near Lodi are expected to survive, CHP says, I bleed purple FOREVER!!!! The school had had just one winning season in its previous eight. (Photo by Alina Nelson/Cronkite News) GCU's spring commencement ceremonies are set to take place on April 19 and 20, and Frayer was set to walk and accept his degree. Oscar Frayer and his sister, Andrea Moore, were close, friends say. Grand Canyon has pledged to offer full scholarships to Frayers nieces and nephews, including EJ. My brother i will keep your name alive and always represent. Frayer, a senior forward known as High Flyer, posted eight points, five assists, and three blocks in the Antelopes season-ending 86-74 loss to Iowa in the NCAA Tournament on Saturday. GCU will hold a memorial of life to honor Frayer and other members of the GCU community who have lost their life during the last academic year on Tuesday. Creative Commons. You were always going to get an emotion out of him, and he was going to get emotion out of you, said Bryce Drew, the Grand Canyon mens basketball coach. "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. Frayers decision to play for Grand Canyon University lured other players to the team. ", RUTGERS' GEO BAKER SAYS PLAYERS DISCUSSED PROTESTING NCAA TOURNAMENT AMID #NOTNCAAPROPERTY MOVEMENT, Iowa's Joe Wieskamp (10) guarded by Oscar Frayer in their tournament game Saturday, March 20, 2021, at the Indiana Farmers Coliseum in Indianapolis. Knight broke down. Enrollment has increased from nearly 1,000 students in 2008 to an anticipated 25,000 this fall. "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 university said in a statement. Those who knew Oscar Frayer, the Grand Canyon men's basketball player who died in a car crash Tuesday morning, aren't surprised. The two officers that were in the CHP vehicle are expected to survive, ABC 10 in Sacramento reported. We recommend moving this block and the preceding CSS link to the HEAD of your HTML file. The two officers were transported to a hospital with serious injuries. "I took all of or late night drives and convos for granted. Oscar Frayer was a senior basketball player at Grand Canyon University in Pheonix, Arizona. 4 Gone.". It is every basketball players dream to play in March Madness, said Lawrence, who went to the tournament with St. Johns. The elder Oscar Frayer died in a car accident when young Oscar was 7, according to a story on the athletics department website. It means everything to me, Frayer told the schools website. Replying to @Oscar_Frayer It was an honor and a privilege to witness your flights with the basketball and your countless blocks and ducks. A week later, the G.C.U. "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.". Alina Nelson is a sports journalist and photographer who expects to graduate in August 2021. "It is with great sorrow and a heavy heart that we share the news that Grand Canyon University student and basketball player Oscar Frayer was one of three individuals who died in an auto accident in Lodi, California, on Tuesday," the statement said. Frayer's vehicle hit a tree and became engulfed in flames. I can say, from us going to Moreau, at the end of our senior year, there was an increase not only in the amount of people going to school, but also students who were of color, said Lawrence, who was one of Frayers fellow freshman starters. "You were a hometown hero, defeating the odds and making a name for yourself. Grand Canyon hired Drew to replace Majerle in March 2020. Jerry Colangelo, the former owner of the Phoenix Suns and U.S.A. Basketball chairman, helped the college navigate its transition to Division I of the N.C.A.A. Grand Canyon senior forward Oscar Frayer was among three killed in a car accident on Tuesday morning, the school announced Thursday. IMAGN. "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.". mens basketball team held a celebration of life for Frayer in the practice gym. 2020 THE SUN, US, INC. 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I will literally never forget his smile., Always remember that signature smile. "I took all of our good times for granted," Milstead added. The way Frayer bounced back, Wilson said, should be an example for others about how to get back up when youve fallen down. 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. #O4Ever pic.twitter.com/OsHT8CLlz2. Focused on a million cash, thats the vision! Appeared in 31 games, including 25 starts. He was 23. You had an unbelievable ability to light up a whole gym with your smile. David Kadlubowski/Grand Canyon University. All Rights Reserved. In the end, he accomplished his goal of showing them the way. He hoped that his success in becoming the first man on his mothers side of the family to finish college would establish a path for his young nephews and nieces to emulate. Cronkite News, the news division of Arizona PBS, is produced by the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication at Arizona State University. His mom was specific about wanting to see him graduate.. The "High Flyer" tragically died on March 23, 2021. veered off the highway, slammed into the back of the patrol car, struck a tree and erupted in flames. Grand Canyon . The 2021 Subaru SUV careered off the road and hit the rear of the two officers vehicle, before colliding with a tree. I bleed purple FOREVER!!!! Frayer, who is from Oakland and graduated from Moreau Catholic High School in Hayward, California,was 23. Quotes displayed in real-time or delayed by at least 15 minutes. The promising high-school star averaged 6.6 points per game this last season, and eight points per game during his collegiate career. The woman recently shared the story with Frank Knight, Frayer's coach at Moreau Catholic . As a subscriber, you have 10 gift articles to give each month. Love you 4. He was 23 years old. This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. He sensed Frayers hesitancy, but over several calls Frayer opened up about wanting to finish school for his mother, who was a junior college counseling assistant. He got a call through to Sparrow. "We love O," GCU head coach Bryce Drewsaid. He earned 8 points, 3 rebounds and 5 assists during the squads 86-74 loss to No. Powered and implemented by FactSet Digital Solutions. Tributes poured in across social media from Frayers teammates and coaches, including first-year coach Bryce Drew. Accidents that take promising young lives are all too common. View our online Press Pack. Two other passengers were killed in the tragic car crash on Tuesday, March 24. Knight created aGoFundMeto help Frayer's family with funeral and memorial expenses, for those wishing to contribute. Major had helped Frayer cope with the loss of his father, Oscar Frayer III, who died in a car accident in 2015. Bishop Montgomery's Blake Miles tries to steal the ball from Moreau's Oscar Frayer at Sleep Train Arena in Sacramento, CA on Saturday, March 29,. Frayer had been traveling with his older sister, Andrea Moore, and another person who is yet to be identified. You looked over me when i was the new kid on the block in high school and in college. Frayer also ranks fourth for career points (970) and 3-pointers made (144) while . Grand Canyon's Oscar Frayer, killed in car accident, included in 'One Shining Moment' video. pic.twitter.com/CVY7FSfFK9, Grand Canyon Mens Basketball (@GCU_MBB) March 26, 2021. He was 23. Frayer, 23, was among the most accomplished players in Lopes basketball history and one of the most well-liked students on the GCU campus. Wilson, Knight and others also remember his down-to-earth personality, calling his coaches OG.. GCUs spring commencement ceremonies are set to take place on April 19 and 20, and Frayer was set to walk and accept his degree. A Celebration of Life will be held in Tuesday at 7 p.m., at GCU Arena to allow students, friends and families to grieve privately. OSCAR FRAYER PHOTOS. The crazy thing is, exactly what he did for Moreau, he did the exact thing at G.C.U., Knight said. My brother I will always keep your name alive and always represent. 2 seed Iowa in the round of 64 on Saturday in Indianapolis, Indiana. Nelson, who has seven years of photography experience, is working for Cronkite Sports this spring. Oscar Frayer (Photo courtesy of Twitter/@GCU_MBB) Less than 72 hours after playing 25 minutes in Grand Canyon's NCAA Tournament loss to Iowa, forward Oscar Frayer tragically lost his life in a car crash near Lodi, California, at the age of 23. GCU also released a tribute video in memory of the smiling and energetic Frayer, with one shot showing him cutting down the nets following his team's WAC title win this year: Miss you, O. He was the heartbeat of our team with his vibrant, energetic personality. 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. 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.". 15 seed in the tournament and faced the heavily favored Iowa Hawkeyes, who were seeded second. On Thursday night, Knight set up a GoFundMe account for the Frayer family. Frayer was 23. I am so thankful I was able to coach you and spend this year with you., CoachBryceDrew (@BryceDrewCoach) March 26, 2021. 4.8K. "He was the heartbeat of our team with his vibrant, energetic personality. Armed man arrested at Publix in Atlanta, Minnesota theater cancels production of Cinderella because the cast is 'too white'. He is shown blocking Iowa's Connor McCaffery, following him backing up in transition: This year's full One Shining Moment pic.twitter.com/2PKvN5NZdj, MORE MARCH MADNESS: Live scores | Updated bracket | TV schedule. 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 Antelopes senior and men's basketball standout Oscar Frayer died Tuesday in a car accident, the university confirmed Thursday. Also please keep the families and friends of Andrea Moore in your hearts and pray for the two California Highway Patrol officers who were injured in the accident.". We poured into him, so he could go out there and do it and then he could pour it into somebody else., Knight continued: Theres a whole bunch of Oscars out there that just really need some people to give them an opportunity and be surrounded by great people. Senior forward Oscar Frayer, 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. CBS lingered an extra few seconds in this year's "One Shining Moment" video to pay tribute to Grand Canyon's Oscar Frayer. It depicted a live story, reflecting that Frayer had recently been active on the site. Frayer graduated from Moreau Catholic High School before gaining a degree in communications. The promising high-school star averaged 6.6 points per game this last season, and eight points per game during his collegiate career. In high school, the emotion he evoked was excitement. The team secured an automatic bid with a Western Athletic Conference Tournament victory. In Indianapolis, Frayer did a video chat with T.J. Benson, who had been on Grand Canyons staff but was now in his first season with Gonzaga. 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. . tournament appearance, in March. For college, Frayer originally committed to California but later reopened his options. Near Lodi, about 40 miles south of Sacramento, two California Highway Patrol officers had stopped to assist a disabled tractor-trailer on Interstate 5 at around 2:30 a.m. Frayer was in a Subaru S.U.V. Just three days after playing in his first NCAA Tournament, Grand Canyon's Oscar Frayer died Tuesday morning in a car accident. A woman wrote that Frayer had spent half an hour with her child, who looked up to him. Dont forget to subscribe! Grand Canyon University hoops star Oscar Frayer -- who scored 8 points in his team's NCAA Tournament game Saturday -- died in a car crash Tuesday . 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. Frayer, 23, died in a March 23 car accident just three days following the . Grand Canyon went 17-6 to earn a No. GCU said that before the WAC Tournament in Las Vegas, assistant coach Ed Schilling, leading chapel service with the basketball players, asked if anyone in the room was ready to give their life to Jesus Christ, and Fayer raised his hand. Instead, Knight said, Frayers mother will accept his degree on his behalf. He was to walk at commencement next month. What we were trying to do was: Oscar, if you can survive Catholic school, if you can survive this academic rigor and figure out how to navigate here, you will be able to navigate anywhere, Knight said. Discovery Company. The identity of the third individual has not yet been released by the San Joaquin Medical Examiners office. 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 confirmed Thursday late afternoon. Frayer was a sixth grader attending Knights basketball camp, but even at that young age, he radiated magnetism. I dont even know where to start, or how to even form this message. By this spring, most of the friends Frayer had grown up with had already played in the N.C.A.A. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. The 2021 Subaru SUV careered off the road and hit the rear of the two officers vehicle, before . Check out what's clicking on Foxnews.com. "He was the heartbeat of our team with his vibrant, energetic personality. Its a blessing to even be here.. Just 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 vehicle accident near Lodi, California, the . Grand Canyon hoops' Frayer dies in car accident. Frayers father Oscar, who suffered from sleep apnea, died in a car crash after falling asleep at the wheel, according to an article on GCUs website. The third name has not yet been released. 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.". mens basketball tournament. Jesy Nelson breaks silence on Little Mix feud and says 'we haven't spoken', Towie star 'heartbroken' after doorman killed at his Costa del Sol restaurant, Play STOPPED at World Snooker Championships as idiot covers table in powder, Big Brother presenters revealed as Strictly legend and Channel 4 star, News Group Newspapers Limited in England No. Talk to anyone about Frayer, and the first thing they mention is his smile. The third person was not identified yet by the San Joaquin County Coroners Office, according to the athletics department. PHOENIX Watch the GCU memorial service below: A member of the Grand Canyon University mens basketball team has died after being involved in a car crash in California on Tuesday. (Photo courtesy Frank Knight), 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 university said in a statement. It has raised over $72,000 as of early Friday afternoon. Coaches took to calling him The Graduate. "You believed in me in a way that i never believed in myself," sophomore guard Damari Milstead said on, Redshirt senior guard Mikey Dixon added on. Dan Majerle, the former Phoenix Suns player, had become Grand Canyons coach, and he contacted Knight, saying that he wanted to build around Frayer. Anyone can read what you share. "We love O," Grand Canyon coach Bryce Drew said in a statement. The 6ft 6inch senior forward is believed to have been raised by his mother after his father's untimely death. I am blessed to be your sidekick for so many years and hope one day we will meet again, so you can brag to me how you made the tournament before me. Mutual Fund and ETF data provided by Refinitiv Lipper. Authorities did not release any details beyond that. A California Highway Patrol vehicle on Interstate 5 near Lodi, that was assisting a stranded vehicle, was struck from behind by the car Frayer was in. The "High Flyer" tragically died on March 23, 2021. Those who knew Oscar Frayer, the Grand Canyon mens basketball player who died in a car crash Tuesday morning, arent surprised. A California Highway Patrol vehicle on Interstate 5 near Lodi, that was assisting a stranded vehicle, was struck from behind by the car Frayer was in. Loved ones said he had finally found his footing in life. Watch more of the latest sports videos on the 12 News YouTube channel. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM. Grand Canyon University. You believed in me in a way that i never believed in myself. He finished his NCAA career with the school record for blocked shots (93), while ranking fourth all-time in points (970) and three-points (144). His Twitter bio reads: " Rest In Peace Dad.". Notifications can be turned off anytime in the browser settings. She wanted to let me know that Oscar did that and it really stood out to her, that he made her son feel special in the middle of Safeway one day. ADVERTISEMENT. Every time you saw him, he showed all of his teeth. Other schools had more acclaim and churned out more college-ready players. Its Covid. Did you encounter any technical issues? Not even enough characters to explain our relationship. Once he decided he was coming, at least seven other kids decided to come, too, Knight said. ESPN's Myron Medcalf provided details of the crash via local authorities: "According to local authorities, a California Highway Patrol vehicle was struck from behind by the car Frayer was in as two officers were assisting a stranded vehicle on a highway near Lodi, California, around 2:30 a.m. on Tuesday. It was his 107th start for the Antelopes, seeing him finish the game with eight points, three blocks, and a steal. The university confirmed Frayer's death on Thursday in a statement that read in part: "It is with great sorrow and a heavy heart that we share the news that Grand Canyon University student and basketball player Oscar Frayer was one of three individuals who died in an auto accident in Lodi, California, on Tuesday. or redistributed. "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.". tournament, with graduation ceremonies a few weeks away, Frayer, 23, returned home to Northern California to visit his family and friends. ", Former GCU point guard Damari Milstead, who was a high school teammate of Frayer's, wrote on his Instagram page with a picture of Frayer, "Life is so precious and I took you for granted.". Scored in double figures for the first time in his second career game with 13 points and seven rebounds against Penn State on Nov. 15, 2016. The 6-foot-6 Frayer missed all of the 2019-20 season because of academic issues, but was given his senior season back to play this year. Grand Canyon University men's basketball player Oscar Frayer was killed in a car crash Tuesday in California just days after appearing in the men's basketball tournament, the school said Thursday. 7,514 Followers, 929 Following, 36 Posts - See Instagram photos and videos from Oscar Frayer (@oscarfrayer) Oscar Frayer of the Grand Canyon Lopes reaches for a rebound in the second half of the game against the Utah Utes during the Wooden Legacy Tournament. Grand Canyon University always will remember Oscar Frayer, the man with the electric smile, the big hops and the vibrant spirit, a basketball player who was more about helping others . After his teams debut at the NCAA tournament, he tweeted: "I bleed purple FOREVER!!!! Oscar Frayer, 23, was a forward for the team and a senior communications major at the college. on the interstate with his sister, Andrea Moore-Frayer, 28, and Caley Bringmann, 21. You looked over me when I was the new kid on the block in high school and college. Heartbroken Grand Canyon head coach Bryce Drew said: "We love 'O.' Redshirt senior guard Mikey Dixon added on IG: "I never thought the tournament . Frayer graduated from Moreau Catholic High School before gaining a degree in communications. All three people inside the Subaru werepronounced dead at the scene, the statement said. The woman recently shared the story with Frank Knight, Frayers coach at Moreau Catholic High School in Hayward, California. Electric. He could have done it online and took the two classes and they could have sent the degree to him, Knight said. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, The 23-year-old was traveling with his sister, 28-year-old Andrea Moore, and one other passenger on I-5 SB south of Walnut Grove Road when their Subaru collided with the rear of a California Highway Patrol car on the side of the road assisting a disabled tractor-trailer around 2:30 a.m. "celebration of life" service at GCU Arena on Tuesday to honor Frayer and others in the school community who have died during the 2020-21 academic year. The light he shined, you could tell it wasnt really beaming like it was, McGlothan said. Quotes displayed in real-time or delayed by at least 15 minutes. Grand Canyon men's basketball guard/forward Oscar Frayer died at the age of 23 following a car crash near Lodi, California, early Tuesday morning. On the court, Frayer was known as the High Flyer and will be remembered for his soaring dunks, tenacious defense and game-changing blocked shots. Sparrow, who politely declined an interview request through an email, attended with one of Frayers nephews, EJ Harris, to accept the diploma that Frayer had earned. 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. His school said in a statement: "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. He had spoken to Frayer the night before, and he figured nothing could have happened to him in the short time since. 2023 Cronkite News. After that season, Frayer ran into some academic issues, making him ineligible for the 2019-20 season. Oscar Frayer died in a car accident in northern California at around 2.30am on Tuesday morning. Learn more about what we do and how to find our content on our broadcast, digital and social media platforms. Market data provided by Factset. He was the heartbeat of our team with his vibrant, energetic personality, Drew said in a university release. But when Knight received a call from another person with the same inquiry, his anxiety ramped up. But for Frayers family and friends, his death hit particularly hard because he had just begun finding his way in life, as a basketball player and a young adult. The crash occurred around 2:30 a.m. PDT on Tuesday, when the Subaru Frayer was in rear-ended a California Highway Patrol vehicle pulled off to the side of Interstate-5 South. #mc_embed_signup{background:#fff; clear:left; font:14px Helvetica,Arial,sans-serif; } We thought we were leading him. Former Moreau Catholic basketball player Oscar Frayer died in a car crash this week in San Joaquin County, just days after playing for Grand Canyon University in the men's NCAA Tournament . Fox News Flash top headlines are here. A California Highway Patrol vehicle on Interstate 5 near Lodi, that was assisting a stranded vehicle, was struck from behind by the car Frayer was in.
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