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The Ohio State high school lacrosse player passed away this week at the age of 16 after an extraordinary accident during a match.
Dylan Beserick, a sophomore at Baby Village High School, passed away Thursday after holding the ball in his head two days ago.
Becerick was injured after a shot from his opponent hit him in the back of his head under his helmet. He had surgery on Wednesday, but that wasn't enough.
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Dylan Beserick, 16, died of injuries during a high school lacrosse match. (Bay Village Boys Lacrosse)
“We are deeply moved by the overwhelming support and kindness that has been shown in our community and beyond. We ask that you continue to keep us thinking and prayer during these difficult times,” the family said in a statement.
“Dylan is a dedicated student and athlete and we are heartbroken by this defeat,” Bay Village School Principal Scott Prevuls said in a statement via cleveland.com. “Counseling services are available at Bay High School for students, staff and families in need.”
The fundraiser, in honor of Veselic, raised over $80,000. The target was just $500.
“Dylan was a great student, always wearing a smile on his face while supporting his fellow teammates,” said Matt Spellman, athletic director at Baby Village. (Erica Denhoff/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)
People in the community support both lacrosse and hockey sticks and soccer balls on the porch and the grass.
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“Dylan was a great student, always wearing a smile on his face while supporting his fellow teammates,” said Matt Spellman, athletic director at Baby Village.
“He was kind, hardworking and committed, and consistently demonstrated leadership, empathy and positive attitudes both in the field and in the classroom.”
Veselic was listed as the captain of the MaxPreps team.
This was his second season at Varsity and he also played for the Varsity team as a freshman. He played in 25 high school games.
According to Maxpreps, Dylan Veselic was the captain of his lacrosse team. (istock)
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The team cancelled the game on Thursday, the day he passed away, for a prayer service. Their next game is scheduled for Tuesday.
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