Arizona State hockey players want coach on leave after Matthew Mayich's collapse
New York Post • • sports
Key Points:
- Seven Arizona State University hockey players have demanded the school's president place the coaching staff on administrative leave and initiate an independent investigation into the workout that left defender Matthew Mayich in a vegetative state.
- The players' 26-page anonymous letter challenges the university’s internal review, alleging inadequate hydration, insufficient medical care, and that head coach Greg Powers minimized the severity of Mayich’s condition.
- The letter details that Mayich showed distress signs early in the workout, was kept in direct sun without proper cooling measures, and that water breaks were delayed and insufficient, contradicting the official report.
- Players claim Powers made inappropriate remarks about the incident, including suggesting the team was closer to success due to Mayich pushing himself, and failed to grasp the seriousness of the situation.
- The players seek assurances against retaliation for speaking out and request an external investigation to ensure accountability and prevent future tragedies.
