Louisiana-Lafayette incoming freshman Williams dead at 19
Posted June 21, 2016 7:00 am
LAFAYETTE, La. (AP) - Louisiana-Lafayette basketball recruit Herman Williams has died while playing basketball in his home state of Florida.
Ragin' Cajuns coach Bob Marlin says the death of the 19-year-old Williams has hit his program hard.
Authorities are investigating the cause of death after Williams collapsed on a court in his hometown and could not be revived.
Williams was a standout player at Mariana High School in Jackson County, Florida, averaging 17 points, 11 rebounds, and four assists while leading the Bulldogs to 20 wins and a playoff appearance in his senior season.
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