Arizona State hockey coach avoids questions on Matthew Mayich's coma
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 24, 2026, 12:03 PM
Last updated Sep 24, 2026
Arizona State men's hockey coach Greg Powers faced reporters on September 23 regarding Matthew Mayich, who collapsed during a workout last month and remains in a coma. Powers repeatedly declined to discuss the incident, citing it as a difficult time for the program, though he emphasized that ASU is still a great place to play hockey. Mayich was under the supervision of an ex-Green Beret during a grueling workout when he showed signs of distress. His attorney stated he has no chance of recovery, and Powers avoided questions about accountability and concerns raised by players prior to the incident. A written report by ASU did not assign blame but indicated that training activities were not submitted for review.
- •Matthew Mayich collapsed during a team workout on August 20.
- •He is currently in a coma at a neurological institute.
- •Powers emphasized ASU's positive aspects but avoided addressing specific questions.
- •A report revealed the training wasn't reviewed by strength coaches.
- •Mayich had previously been drafted by the St. Louis Blues.
- 6:55 PMYahoo Sports — Arizona State hockey coach refuses to answer questions about workout that left NHL prospect in critical condition
- 12:03 PMYahoo Sports — What Greg Powers said about Matthew Mayich at ASU hockey media day
- 11:46 PMYahoo Sports — Arizona State hockey coach declines repeatedly to talk about workout that left Matthew Mayich in a coma
"ASU coach Greg Powers declined to discuss at media day the workout that left hockey player Matthew Mayich hospitalized.
"Matthew Mayich collapsed during a team workout last month with the Sun Devils, and has been in a coma ever since.
"Greg Powers faced the media for the first time since the incident.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 24, 2026, 6:55 PMArizona State hockey coach refuses to answer questions about workout that left NHL prospect in critical condition
Greg Powers faced the media for the first time since the incident.
- Yahoo SportsSep 24, 2026, 12:03 PMWhat Greg Powers said about Matthew Mayich at ASU hockey media day
ASU coach Greg Powers declined to discuss at media day the workout that left hockey player Matthew Mayich hospitalized.
- Yahoo SportsSep 23, 2026, 11:46 PMArizona State hockey coach declines repeatedly to talk about workout that left Matthew Mayich in a coma
Matthew Mayich collapsed during a team workout last month with the Sun Devils, and has been in a coma ever since.
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