Tulane men's basketball player Gregg Glenn III dies in 'tragic accident'
He was 22 years old.
'He was a talented student-athlete who enriched our lives with his spirit, dedication, and passion for both sports and academics,' Sarah Cunningham, Tulane's vice president of student affairs, wrote in a letter. 'Gregg was an outstanding athlete on our men's basketball team and an individual who brought joy and light to those around him. His commitment to excellence inspired many of us.'
In the release, Glenn, a rising senior, was described as someone with an 'infectious personality, positive energy, and kindness' who 'brightened every room he entered.'
A 6-foot-7 forward, Glenn finished fourth on the team in scoring during the 2024-25 season, averaging 10.6 points per game while shooting 49.8% from the field. He also averaged 5.3 rebounds and 3.1 assists per game, both of which ranked him second on the team.
"Our program was devastated this morning as we learned of the passing of our beloved Gregg Glenn III," Tulane coach Ron Hunter said in a statement. "He was not only an exceptional athlete, but also a remarkable person who brought energy, dedication and kindness to our team and community. Gregg's spirit and passion will be deeply missed, and our thoughts are with his family and friends during this difficult time. We will honor his memory by continuing to celebrate the impact he had on all of us."
Glenn was preparing to enter his third season with the program. The former four-star recruit signed out of high school with Michigan, where the Pompano Beach, Florida native played four games as a freshman during the 2022-23 season before transferring to Tulane.
A three-time all-state honoree at Calvary Christian Academy in Fort Lauderdale, Glenn helped Team USA win a gold medal in the 2019 FIBA Americas U16 Championship in Brazil.
'Let us remember Gregg not just for his achievements in sports, but for the kindness and warmth he shared with everyone,' Cunningham wrote in the letter. 'He will forever remain a part of our university family.'
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