Bryce Basso.Photo: Facebook
A 17-year-old high school student died after a fall at Maine’s Acadia National Park last week.
First responders arrived at the scene around noon and performed CPR, officials said.
His death was reported to the Maine Office of Chief Medical Examiner, “which is charged with the investigation of unexpected deaths,” per the news release. No additional information has been shared.
“He was a very nice young manand our hearts break for his family,” Brewer superintendent Gregg Palmer said, per the outlet.
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In addition to being a student, Bryce was a talented athlete who played football, baseball and wrestled, as well.
“He just would light up whatever he was at,” Scott Flagg, the school’s varsity football coach, toldBangor Daily Newsof the starting player.
Added teammate Cameron Hughes, “Bryce was the nicest kid.”
“When he played, he played with so much effort and fight,” Hughes added. “The whole football team is really hurting.”
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When he wasn’t taking the field for his school, Bryce found new ways to challenge himself athletically.
“He always showed up with a smile that was infectiousand an eagerness to learn,” read a tribute from Titan Athletics, a local MMA gym where the teen trained.
In light of the teen’s death, the local community has come together to help, with a local restaurantoffering a portion of Monday’s sales to the family.
“Bryce was a loving son, brother, grandson, nephew, cousin, and friend,” read a post from Moe’s Original BBQ in Bangor. “Bryce is important to all close to him, who remember his immeasurable talent in numerous sports and a natural gift in music.”
“As his family grapples with the untimely loss of someone so young and remarkable, it’s important to support them in any way possible,” they added.
A GoFundMe page has also been organized on behalf of his family. Those interested in donating may do sohere.
source: people.com
