A former high school football player in Florida who was on the cusp of graduation died late Sunday, according to the team’s official Twitter account.
Grover Wills was a defensive back at Durant High School in Plant City.
“With heavy Hearts, Last night, we lost not only a teammate but a brother,” the school’s football account tweeted. “Rest In Peace Grover Wills! Please keep his family and friends in your thoughts and prayers. #5 #Cougars..Forever”
Several of Wills’ teammates and classmates tweeted condolences. A candlelight vigil has been scheduled for Wednesday on the school’s football field, according to Durant’s Student Government Association.
The cause of Wills’ death is unknown as of Monday morning.