West Virginia forward Akok Akok collapsed during the Mountaineers' 85-78 win over George Mason Friday night and is alert and communicating, according to the school.
FILE - Georgetown forward Akok Akok shoots against Providence in an NCAA college basketball game Feb. 26, 2023, in Washington. Akok, who transferred to West Virginia for the 2023-24 season, was hospitalized Friday, Oct. 27, 2023, after collapsing on the court during a charity exhibition game between the Mountaineers and George Mason. West Virginia says Akok suffered a medical emergency and was taken to a hospital for further observation.
Mountaineers head coach Josh Eilert said that Akok was stable and responsive and was staying overnight at a local hospital for more testing."It's music to my ears that he's doing good," Eilert said on his postgame radio show."He's such a good kid and a great teammate. I never thought I'd see that moment and have to deal with that. It's heartbreaking."
The game eventually resumed after Eilert and George Mason coach Tony Skinn spoke and the decision was left up to Eilert. "I made sure the guys were in a good headspace, good enough headspace to continue the game," Eilert said."That was important, and they wanted to play so we decided it was best to move on, try to turn the page."
"Everything should be good. Just a really freak accident, we're just happy everyone's OK," Slazinski said.Lewiston shootings: Suspect in Maine shootings who killed 18 found dead
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