Tulane University announced that basketball player Gregg Glenn III died at the age of 22 this past weekend in a “tragic accident.” The school released a statement Monday announcing the news.
“Our program was devastated this morning as we learned of the passing of our beloved Gregg Glenn III,” Tulane head coach Ron Hunter said in a tweet posted by the team’s X account. “He was not only an exceptional athlete but also a remarkable person who brought energy, dedication, and kindness to our team and community. Gregg’s spirit and passion will be deeply missed, and our thoughts are with his family and friends during this difficult time. We will honor his memory by continuing to celebrate the impact he had on all of us. Rest in peace, Gregg.”
Glenn played two seasons with the Green Wave. He started all 34 games last season and ranked fourth on the team in scoring with 10.6 points per game. He shot 49.8% from the field and pulled down 5.3 rebounds a night. He also dished out 3.1 assists per contest.
The American Conference also released a statement.
“Over the past two seasons, Gregg made a meaningful impact both on and off the court as a formidable and versatile player, a dedicated student, a passionate teammate and a good friend. We extend our deepest condolences to the Glenn family and the Tulane University community. In times like these, we are reminded to hold close those we care about and to never miss a chance to tell them how much they mean to us,” the Conference said.
The Pompano Beach, Fla., native began his college career at Michigan before transferring to Tulane, where he was a Health & Wellness major.
“We have lost a cherished member of our university community, Gregg Glenn III, who died in a tragic accident this weekend,” Tulane vice president of student affairs Sarah Cunningham said in a statement. “He was a talented student-athlete who enriched our lives with his spirit, dedication, and passion for both sports and academics. Gregg was an outstanding athlete on our men’s basketball team and an individual who brought joy and light to those around him. His commitment to excellence inspired many of us.
“Let us remember Gregg not just for his achievements in sports, but for the kindness and warmth he shared with everyone. He will forever remain a part of our university family.”
