Arizona State hockey players demand coach leave after workout incident
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 28, 2026, 11:23 PM
Last updated Sep 28, 2026
Arizona State men's hockey players have requested that coach Greg Powers be placed on administrative leave following a workout that left teammate Matthew Mayich in a coma. The incident, which occurred on August 20, involved intense exercises and an alleged failure to provide adequate hydration. Players disputed university findings stating that proper water breaks occurred and described the conditions as negligent. In their written letter, athletes expressed concern about possible retaliation for speaking out, emphasizing a lack of accountability and intervention during the session. Mayich is currently on life support, prompting calls for immediate oversight of the coaching staff.
- •Matthew Mayich collapsed during a workout on August 20.
- •Players alleged inadequate hydration and medical care during the session.
- •The workout was led by an ex-Green Beret and described as grueling.
- •Seven players submitted a letter requesting coach Powers' administrative leave.
- •Mayich remains on life support and has not regained consciousness.
- 11:23 PMYahoo Sports — Arizona State hockey players ask school president to place coach on leave after workout left Matthew Mayich in a coma
"Matthew Mayich collapsed during a workout last month and is now on live support and in a coma.
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