Arizona State University hockey coach put on leave after player collapsed during workout
CBS News • • sports
Key Points:
- Arizona State University has placed hockey coach Greg Powers on paid administrative leave following the collapse of player Matthew Mayich during a workout; assistant coach Mike Corbett will serve as interim coach temporarily.
- Matthew Mayich, a 21-year-old sophomore, collapsed on August 20 during a "wind-down" exercise in high temperatures and remains hospitalized on life support, with his family stating he is unlikely to recover.
- Several players have disputed the university's account, alleging the workout was excessively strenuous, lacked proper water breaks and emergency equipment, and that Mayich was left in the sun after collapsing.
- The players have called for an independent investigation and for staff responsible for the workout to be placed on leave, expressing concerns about retaliation and lack of transparency from the university.
- The Maricopa County Attorney's office is reviewing the incident following an investigation by ASU Police, while Powers has expressed support for the review and respect for players speaking out.
