Alabama basketball talent Caleb White died at age 17 after collapsing while training on the field at Pinson Valley High School

Alabama basketball talent Caleb White died at age 17 after collapsing while training on the field at Pinson Valley High School

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Caleb White, a top-25 high school basketball star, has died after reportedly collapsing while training at the school.

The No. 2 ranked Alabama player was pronounced dead at a local hospital on Thursday, according to multiple reports.

White was a three-star contender, averaging 20.9 points, 3.1 assists and 3.8 rebounds per game.

However, the cause of death is currently unknown ALREADY. com reports that an autopsy will be performed on Friday to determine it.

White was reported to have collapsed during practice with his team at Pinson Valley High School Thursday before being taken to St. Vincent’s East Hospital in Birmingham, AL.

Top 25 high school basketball star Caleb White has died after collapsing during practice

His grandfather George Varnadoe Jr. posted a touching tribute on Facebook after the news.

“Caleb was an honor student, very respectful, high intellect, outstanding role model, phenomenal basketball player, ranked 25th best point guard in his class in the nation and number 2 in the state of Alabama. RIP Caleb. I love you man.’

The school’s principal, Michael Turner, released a statement shared with parents following the tragedy.

“Unfortunately I have some very sad news to report tonight,” Turner wrote. “One of our senior students had a medical emergency at school today. Life-saving efforts were immediately made and first responders were called.

“Unfortunately, the student was later pronounced dead after being transported to hospital. Out of respect for the family, we are not releasing the student’s name at this time,” he said.

“We will have more to say in the near future. Please know that resources will be available in the coming days for anyone who needs them. Please keep the student’s family and our school in your prayers.”