Celtics honor Owen Coyne with Heroes Among Us award
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 24, 2026, 1:46 AM
Last updated Oct 24, 2026
The Boston Celtics presented the Heroes Among Us award to 17-year-old Owen Coyne during their home opener on October 23, 2026. Owen, who passed away from a brain hemorrhage earlier in the month, was recognized for becoming an organ donor, saving five lives. His family attended the ceremony, accepting the honor on his behalf as the crowd applauded. They expressed gratitude for the recognition and shared memories of Owen's positive impact as a brother and son. Friends of the Coyne family continue to raise funds for a scholarship in his memory.
- •Owen Coyne passed away unexpectedly earlier this month.
- •He was awarded for becoming an organ donor before his death.
- •The award ceremony took place at the Celtics' home opener.
- •Owen's family accepted the award during the game.
- •Fundraising for a scholarship in his honor is ongoing.
- 1:46 AMYahoo Sports — Celtics honor Marblehead teen with “Heroes Among Us” award
"This year, the award was dedicated to 17-year-old Owen Coyne, a Marblehead teen who passed away unexpectedly earlier this month due to a brain hemorrhage.
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