Family of ASU hockey player Matthew Mayich shares hope after his collapse
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 18, 2026, 12:06 PM
Last updated Sep 18, 2026

Matthew Mayich, a 21-year-old hockey player at Arizona State University, collapsed during a workout on September 17 and is on life support due to exertional heatstroke. His family remains hopeful, highlighting community support and conducting daily prayer vigils. Investigations reveal that ASU may have violated safety protocols regarding heat illness, including not transporting Mayich to a cooling station promptly during the incident. An inquiry into the circumstances of the workout is ongoing, with calls for an outside agency to take over the investigation. The Mayich family expresses their gratitude for widespread prayers and support during this challenging time.
- •Matthew Mayich collapsed during a workout at ASU on September 17.
- •He is currently on life support after suffering exertional heatstroke.
- •The family emphasizes community support and daily prayer vigils.
- •Investigations reveal ASU may not have followed safety policies.
- •Calls for an outside agency to investigate further are ongoing.
- 12:06 PMYahoo Sports — Family of ASU hockey player shares hope, faith after collapse
"As they keep vigil by his hospital bed in Arizona, Matthew Mayich's family feels supported by their faith and friends and strangers around the world.
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