He was the heartbeat of our team with his vibrant, energetic personality, GCU coach Bryce Drew says. We love O. Frayer contributed 8 points and 5 assists in the 86-74 loss to Iowa. Frayer helped Grand Canyon make its first tournament appearance ever. Just three days after playing in his first NCAA Tournament, Grand Canyons Oscar Frayer died Tuesday morning in a car accident. A California Highway Patrol vehicle on Interstate 5 near Lodi, that was assisting a stranded vehicle, was struck from behind by the car Frayer was in. David Kadlubowski/Grand Canyon University. UConn is No. For further details of our complaints policy and to make a complaint please click this link: thesun.co.uk/editorial-complaints/, Promising athlete Oscar Frayer, 23, tragically died after a devastating car crash on March 23, In Oscar Frayer's final game against Iowa, he gained eight points, three blocks, and a steal, The two officers involved in the crash were taken to hospital suffering major injuries, Frayer's father tragically also lost his life in a car accident, Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO). Not even enough characters to explain our relationship. Mar 25, 2021. Current and former teammates including DeWayne Russell, Gerard Martin, Alessandro Lever, Casey Benson and Gabe McGlothan each posted tribute posts to Frayer on social media. Published Notifications can be turned off anytime in the browser settings. . U was rockin with me right or wrong no matter the situation. or redistributed. March 25, 2021 11:15pm. The authorities have not disclosed the cause of the crash or the name of the S.U.V.s driver. THANK YOU LOPE NATION for the last 5 years..its been nothing less than amazing..from President Mueller, to our coaching staff, to my brothers who I compete with everyday..its love FOREVER. Creative Commons. "I took all of our good times for granted," Milstead added. GCU released a statement (h/t Richard Obert of the Arizona Republic) confirming the crash, which also took the lives of Frayer's older sister, Andrea Moore, and a third individual who has not been identified by the San Joaquin Medical Examiners Office. It was his 107th start third-most in the Antelopes' Division I era. 2023 FOX News Network, LLC. Support local journalism: Subscribe to azcentral.com today. Listed at 6-feet, 6-inches and 190 pounds, Frayer served as a starter during the Antelopes' first NCAA Tournament appearance on Saturday. Armed man arrested at Publix in Atlanta, Minnesota theater cancels production of Cinderella because the cast is 'too white'. His Moreau Catholic High School coach, Frank Knight, tweeted about how proud he was of Frayer for staying at GCU after he lost eligibility his junior season to complete his degree. Much like he did at Moreau, Frayer made an impact on people from the moment he arrived at GCUs campus. "He was the heartbeat of our team with his vibrant, energetic personality. Grand Canyon Antelopes. On Thursday night, Knight set up a GoFundMe account for the Frayer family. The identity of the third individual has not yet been released by the San Joaquin Medical Examiners office. Oscar Frayer was a senior basketball player at Grand Canyon University in Pheonix, Arizona. Left: Oscar Frayer, shown at his high school graduation, was preparing to graduate in April from Grand Canyon University before a car accident took the popular basketball players life. They were pronounced dead at the scene. He is shown blocking Iowa's Connor McCaffery, following him backing up in transition: This year's full One Shining Moment pic.twitter.com/2PKvN5NZdj, MORE MARCH MADNESS: Live scores | Updated bracket | TV schedule. The crazy thing is, exactly what he did for Moreau, he did the exact thing at G.C.U., Knight said. And that even though he had to sit that year out, he found a way not only to become eligible to play basketball, but to fulfill his destiny academically and get his degree. Grand Canyon University men's basketball player Oscar Frayer was killed in a car crash Tuesday in California just days after appearing in the men's basketball tournament, the school said Thursday. THANK YOU LOPE NATION for the last 5 years..its been nothing less than amazing..from President Mueller, to our coaching staff, to my brothers who I compete with everyday..its love FOREVER. Tallied eight points, five rebounds and two blocks in his GCU debut at Duke on Nov. 12, 2016. The 23-year-old from Hayward, California scored eight points in his final game against Iowa in an NCAA tournament in Indianapolis, Indiana, just three days before his death. Friends remember him for his energy, smile and generosity, like the time he ran into a mother and son at a grocery store. Grand Canyon University basketball player Oscar Frayer dies. tournament appearance, in March. It means everything to me, Frayer told the schools website. The university confirmed Frayer's death on Thursday in a statement that read in part: "It is with great sorrow and a heavy heart that we share the news that Grand Canyon University student and basketball player Oscar Frayer was one of three individuals who died in an auto accident in Lodi, California, on Tuesday. Other schools had more acclaim and churned out more college-ready players. We've received your submission. My brother I will always keep your name alive and always represent. We thought we were leading him. Coaches took to calling him The Graduate. Oscar Frayer (Photo courtesy of Twitter/@GCU_MBB) Less than 72 hours after playing 25 minutes in Grand Canyon's NCAA Tournament loss to Iowa, forward Oscar Frayer tragically lost his life in a car crash near Lodi, California, at the age of 23. The redshirt senior was second on the team with 20 blocks and tied for second with 14 steals. He finished his final class at Grand Canyon, principles of public relations, in February and earned an A. He finished the game with eight points, five assists . They discussed Iowa, which Gonzaga had beaten earlier in the season. After his teams debut at the NCAA tournament, he tweeted: "I bleed purple FOREVER!!!! She left the door open for them, and they never came home, Knight said. GCU had heard of the accident in Lodi, Calif., but was not able to confirm Frayer's death until Thursday evening. Frayer developed a plan of weekly check-ins with Sean Pryor, the basketball teams director of student-athlete development. Frank Knight spotted the crowd around the tall, skinny boy with the big head before he noticed Oscar Frayer himself. coaches helped steer Frayer, and in 2012, he joined Knights team at Moreau Catholic. 2023 Cable News Network. Knight was playing golf when someone called and asked if he had heard about an accident involving Frayer. Two patrol officers received "major" injuries but were expected to survive. His sister, Andrea Moore-Frayer, was also killed in the crash last week, as was a third victim . It is not open for the media, but will be livestreamed on YouTube. Instead, Knight said, Frayers mother will accept his degree on his behalf. After high school, Frayer went on to become one of the most accomplished players in GCU history, appearing in 121 games over four seasons with the Lopes, scoring 970 points. Oscar Frayer of the Grand Canyon Lopes reaches for a rebound in the second half of the game against the Utah Utes during the Wooden Legacy Tournament. A California Highway Patrol vehicle on Interstate 5 near Lodi, that was assisting a stranded vehicle, was struck from behind by the car Frayer was in. The 6ft 6inch senior forward is believed to have been raised by his mother after his father's untimely death. 2023 Cronkite News. Oscar, time in and time out, accomplished goals that not everyone was doing. "We love O," GCU head coach Bryce Drewsaid. Find out how your news organization can use Cronkite News content. "I took all of or late night drives and convos for granted. The third person was not identified yet by the San Joaquin County Coroners Office, according to the athletics department. Get his butt back to school. Wilson was an assistant coach for the Lopes during the 2018-19 season. Legal Statement. Frayer scored eight points in his final game. No one could ever fill your sneakers but hopefully some will follow your footsteps. "He was the heartbeat of our team with his vibrant, energetic personality. A Celebration of Life will be held in Tuesday at 7 p.m., at GCU Arena to allow students, friends and families to grieve privately. helped the college navigate its transition. In an 86-74 loss to Iowa on Saturday, the Antelopes forward had eight points, five assists and three blocks. Hes the OG of Grand Canyon mens basketball, Wilson said. Frayer had been traveling with his older sister, Andrea Moore, and another person who is yet to be identified. #mc_embed_signup{background:#fff; clear:left; font:14px Helvetica,Arial,sans-serif; } I took all of our late night drives and convos for granted. Both officers were rushed to hospital with "major injuries" after the crash, according to the CHP, yet the pair are expected to survive. "We always dreamed about making the tournament and you made that into reality. I am blessed to be your sidekick for so many years and hope that one day we can meet again, so that you can brag to me how you made the tournament before me. Theres a whole bunch of Oscars out there that just really need some people to give them an opportunity and be surrounded by great people, said Frank Knight, Frayers high school basketball coach. Frayer and the three other freshmen who started on varsity hoped to build a new legacy. He hoped that his success in becoming the first man on his mothers side of the family to finish college would establish a path for his young nephews and nieces to emulate. Frayer was a defensive star for Grand Canyon, which won the WAC and gave No. He aint got no options, Major said he told her. The 23-year-old was traveling with his sister, 28-year-old Andrea Moore, and one other passenger on I-5 SB south of Walnut Grove Road when their Subaru collided with the rear of a California Highway Patrol car on the side of the road assisting a disabled tractor-trailer around 2:30 a.m. 0:04. Those who knew Oscar Frayer, the Grand Canyon men's basketball player who died in a car crash Tuesday morning, aren't surprised. Powered and implemented by FactSet Digital Solutions. Glad you went back and got that degree, glad you got to the Big Dance, glad I got to help & watch you become a great young man. Fly high brother Love you RIP OF4.". PHOENIX It started out as a chance encounter. players like Marquese Chriss, Jaylen Brown and Ivan Rabb, people who had known Frayer or his circle of friends. CBS lingered an extra few seconds in this year's "One Shining Moment" video to pay tribute to Grand Canyon's Oscar Frayer. I love you too, brother, Frayer wrote back. Michael Blinn. His older sister . He was doing it his way, Major said. Will never forget the talk we had on the plane back to AZ the most real talk weve ever had never thought you would go so soon .I will never forget how far youve come as a person and to help your brothers with anything and be the big brother that we all needed, forever in our hearts. Just before the game, Lawrence messaged Frayer that he was proud of him and loved him. Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. #RestInPeaceDad. Replying to @Oscar_Frayer It was an honor and a privilege to witness your flights with the basketball and your countless blocks and ducks. He had spoken to Frayer the night before, and he figured nothing could have happened to him in the short time since. Love you 4.". Moreau Catholic's Oscar Frayer (21) saves an out of bounds ball while playing Miramonte during the first period of their North Coast Section Division 3 boys basketball championship game at . Once you understand him, he worked better with you, Pryor said. It ended as a special moment for a young boy. Friends remember him for his energy, smile and generosity, like the time he ran into a mother and son at a grocery store. Oscar Frayers mother, Bionca Sparrow, accepting her sons diploma on his behalf. I cannot put into words the hurt and sadness we all feel, but we know he is in heaven and that gives us great joy to know we will be together again.. A redshirt senior from Oakland, California, Frayer was the son of Oscar Frayer and Bionca Sparrow. ", "We love O," Drew told the school's athletic site. I cannot put into words the hurt and sadness we all feel, but we know he is in heaven and that gives us great joy to know we will be together again. San Joaquin County officials confirmed Thursday Frayer died in a car crash near Lodi, California, on Tuesday morning. GCU also released a tribute video in memory of the smiling and energetic Frayer, with one shot showing him cutting down the nets following his team's WAC title win this year: Miss you, O. Grand Canyon University senior basketball player Oscar Frayer was killed in a car accident in northern California on Tuesday, the San Joaquin (Calif.) Medical Examiner's Office confirmed . . Grand Canyon University always will remember Oscar Frayer, the man with the electric smile, the big hops and the vibrant spirit, a basketball player who was more about helping others . All three passengers were pronounced dead at the scene, according to a statement from CHP. Frayer averaged 6.6 points, 2.5 rebounds and two assists his senior season. He was 23. The 2021 Subaru SUV careered off the road and hit the rear of the two officers vehicle, before colliding with a tree. 4 Gone. It was his 107th start for the Antelopes, seeing him finish the game with eight points, three blocks, and a steal. All rights reserved. He started calling hospitals before a friend phoned, saying there had been no survivors. 2y Myron Medcalf. Infectious. A Phoenix man was killed in self defense, but his family believes that's not the case, Flagstaff woman scammed into buying car with $7,000 lien finally made whole, Arizona empieza la semana calurosa, pero se pondr poco ms fresco pronto, Two officers injured in deadly I-5 crash near Lodi are expected to survive, CHP says, Sharp-shooting Iowa gets 24 from Garza to beat Grand Canyon. Near Lodi, about 40 miles south of Sacramento, two California Highway Patrol officers had stopped to assist a disabled tractor-trailer on Interstate 5 at around 2:30 a.m. Frayer was in a Subaru S.U.V. Grand Canyon Antelopes senior and men's basketball standout Oscar Frayer died Tuesday in a car accident, the university confirmed Thursday. 3:45. Oscar Frayer, 23, was a forward for the team and a senior communications major at the college. A lot of people, kids younger than him and also his peers, looked up to him and liked seeing that it was possible to achieve all these goals on the basketball court, said Brandon Lawrence, who started playing with Frayer in the fourth grade. The team returned home Sunday from Indianapolis. He showed us what humility and patience and dignity truly are, Major said. 4 Gone. She had told her mother that she was fine and with her brother. Zac Al-Khateeb is a content producer for The Sporting News. I'll never forget all them talks we had bro. The Subaru ran into a tree and burst into flames. For other inquiries, Contact Us. He was the heartbeat of our team with his vibrant, energetic personality. They were trying to figure things out. It happened three days after he scored eight points, five assists and blocked three shots in GCU's NCAA Tournament first-round loss to Iowa in Indianapolis. Major had helped Frayer cope with the loss of his father, Oscar Frayer III, who died in a car accident in 2015. Dan Majerle, the former Phoenix Suns player, had become Grand Canyons coach, and he contacted Knight, saying that he wanted to build around Frayer. Frayer had roomed with Sean Miller-Moore this past season. She is Frayer's sister. After that season, Frayer ran into some academic issues, making him ineligible for the 2019-20 season. GCU head coach Bryce Drew provided remarks on Frayer. Grand Canyon University senior basketball player Oscar Frayer was killed in a car accident in northern California on Tuesday, the San Joaquin Medical Examiner's . Frank Knight spotted the crowd around the tall, skinny boy with the big head before he noticed Oscar Frayer himself. To suggest human-interest story ideas and other news, reach Obert at richard.obert@arizonarepublic.comor 602-316-8827. The initial statement did not identify any of the people killed in the crash. Nelson, who has seven years of photography experience, is working for Cronkite Sports this spring. Knight was told that Sparrow couldnt talk. The S.U.V. The 2021 Subaru SUV careered off the road and hit the rear of the two officers vehicle, before . Redshirt senior guard Mikey Dixon added on IG: "I never thought the tournament . The former All-WAC Defensive Team honoree holds the Lopes' Division I-era record for career-blocked shots with 93. ADVERTISEMENT. Frayer had completed his academic requirements to graduate in April and was a starter on the mens basketball team for four years. North Oakland, California When he woke up the next morning, $50,000 and many notes had already poured in. Its Covid. We recommend moving this block and the preceding CSS link to the HEAD of your HTML file. But he had the opportunity to return for the Lopes to play one final season, starting 24 games, and graduating with a degree in communications. The "High Flyer" tragically died on March 23, 2021. Our thoughts are with his family, teammates and friends during this difficult time. Just days after playing in the NCAA Tournament for Grand Canyon University, Oakland native Oscar Frayer died along with two others in a horrific crash on Int. Moreau competed for championships each of Frayers four years and transformed into one of Northern Californias best high school teams. Your loyalty is unmatched and will never be replicated. Get that degree.. 4.8K. It was his 107th start for the Antelopes, seeing him finish the game with eight points, three blocks, and a steal. You looked over me when I was the new kid on the block in high school and college. 11:25 PM EDT, Thu March 25, 2021. Scored in double figures for the first time in his second career game with 13 points and seven rebounds against Penn State on Nov. 15, 2016. GCUs spring commencement ceremonies are set to take place on April 19 and 20, and Frayer was set to walk and accept his degree. I will literally never forget his smile., Always remember that signature smile. Grand Canyon University basketball standout and graduate Oscar Frayer, his older sister Andrea Moore and a friend died early Tuesday in a vehicle crash near Lodi, California. Ive never seen him happier than he was those last three weeks when he had met all the graduation requirements and he knew he was going to graduate, said Brian Mueller, Grand Canyons president. He finished his NCAA career with the school record for blocked shots (93), while ranking fourth all-time in points (970) and three-points (144). "We love O," Grand Canyon coach Bryce Drew said in a statement. The mom said Oscar stopped everything he was doing and spent like 20 minutes with this kid in the store, Knight said. He was the heartbeat of our team with his vibrant, energetic personality. The 23-year-old from Hayward, California scored eight points in his final game against Iowa in an NCAA tournament in Indianapolis, Indiana, just three days before his death. In life, you dont get too many second chances, especially when it comes to a great place with great people. In Oscar Frayer's final game against Iowa, he gained eight points, three blocks, and a steal Credit: Reuters. */. He, his older sister Andrea Moore and a friend died in the accident near Lodi, Calif. Frayer appears at the 1:36 mark in the video. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM. Market data provided by Factset. We love O, Grand Canyon coach Bryce Drew said in a release. Life is something that is so precious and i took you for granted. Frayer, 23, died in a March 23 car accident just three days following the . The 6ft 6inch senior forward is believed to have been raised by his mother after his father's untimely death. 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Learn more about what we do and how to find our content on our broadcast, digital and social media platforms. The promising high-school star averaged 6.6 points per game this last season, and . He sensed Frayers hesitancy, but over several calls Frayer opened up about wanting to finish school for his mother, who was a junior college counseling assistant. 7,514 Followers, 929 Following, 36 Posts - See Instagram photos and videos from Oscar Frayer (@oscarfrayer) Grand Canyon University. CNN Sans & 2016 Cable News Network. Frayer holds Grand Canyons Division I-era record for career blocks with 93 and is fourth in points with 970. A young lady who went to school with him at Moreau gave $10 and just said, Every time I saw Oscar in the hall, I wasnt friends with him, but every time I saw him in the hallway he smiled at me and said hey, Knight said. Just three days before the accident, Frayer started his 107th game for the Lopes, playing 25 minutes in GCUs NCAA Tournament debut. 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