Kentucky Freshman Dies After Collapsing at Russell County Softball Tryouts

Overview

• Freshman Brylie Northcutt collapsed during Feb. 16 softball tryouts at Russell County High School, received CPR on the field, was taken to a hospital, and later died.
• District officials confirmed her death and said the school activated its crisis response protocol and notified the community.
• The Russell County coroner said final determinations could take six to eight weeks as the investigation continues.
• According to the Kentucky Athletic Trainers' Society, Russell County High School does not employ an athletic trainer.
• Courier Journal reporting notes she is the first female high school athlete in Kentucky to die after collapsing on school property during an athletic event, and a state lawmaker plans to refile a bill requiring school investigations after serious injuries or deaths.