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UNI Freshman Parker Sutherland, 18, Dies After Collapsing During Team Workout

Coach Todd Stepsis says the 18-year-old collapsed immediately after a warm-up during a routine workout.

Overview

  • Northern Iowa announced Saturday that Sutherland died two days after a Thursday morning collapse during offseason training.
  • First responders were called to UNI’s football facilities and transported him to a local hospital, according to reports.
  • No cause of death has been announced as of Wednesday.
  • Stepsis and UNI leaders praised Sutherland’s character and offered counseling resources as the team and campus grieve.
  • A campus memorial was held Monday, and a celebration of life is scheduled for Feb. 22 in Iowa City.