Steve McElvene, a University of Dayton basketball standout, died today while he was back in his home town giving a speech to at-risk youth about the importance of staying on the right path. “Big Steve” was only 20 years old and was a rising sophomre who had already made great strides on the basketball court. He was an instrumental part in helping the Dayton Flyers reach the 2016 NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament.
As a freshman, Steve had already set school records in blocks and was well on his way to setting a career high at the University of Dayton.
As is usually the case with tragic and unexpected deaths such as this, details are still coming in. A cause of death has not yet been given, but journalists are speculating that it might have been because of an “enlarged heart.” He collapsed while he was at home.
Can confirm Steve McElevene passed away this afternoon at his family's home after collapsing. Enlarged heart is believe to be the cause.
— Glenn Marini (@GlennMariniWANE) May 12, 2016
https://twitter.com/J_Mitch5/status/730812389151678464
Our hearts go out to Steve, his friends and family, and the students at the University of Dayton in these tough times.
