College tennis star Toby Atwood has tragically died suddenly while running, according to reports.
Atwood was a 21-year-old rising senior at Thiel College and a standout member of the women’s tennis team.
She tragically passed away over the weekend after collapsing during the Presque Isle Half Marathon in Erie, Pennsylvania.
The cause of death has not yet been made public.
However, Atwood’s sudden and unexpected death has left her community in mourning.
Atwood, a Pennsylvania native, was participating in the race on Sunday when she suddenly collapsed.
The college confirmed her passing in a statement.
Vice President for Student Life and Athletics Michael McKinney expressed the profound loss the campus is experiencing in a letter sent to the Thiel community.
“Toby was entering her senior year at Thiel College and was an accomplished student, athlete, and leader throughout her time at the College,” McKinney wrote.
“Her presence touched the lives of so many, and she will be deeply missed.
“During this heartbreaking time, we mourn for Toby and extend our heartfelt sympathy to her family, friends, classmates, teammates, coach,