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William Jewell running back MicahJo Barnett dies after medical emergency during game

William Jewell running back MicahJo Barnett dies after medical emergency during game

Summary

William Jewell College running back MicahJo Barnett had a medical emergency during a football game and later died in the hospital. The game was stopped and then canceled following the incident.

Key Facts

  • MicahJo Barnett was a junior running back at William Jewell College.
  • He showed seizure-like symptoms during the first quarter of a game against Fort Lewis College.
  • The game took place on William Jewell’s campus in Liberty, Missouri.
  • Paramedics took Barnett to a local hospital where he was pronounced dead.
  • The game was suspended about 4.5 minutes into the first quarter and then canceled.
  • Barnett had scored a one-yard touchdown before the medical emergency.
  • The school planned a vigil to honor Barnett and support his family and community.
  • Barnett was also an academic all-conference honoree and was beginning his third season with the team.
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