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Navy Football Player Dies

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After collapsing during practice.

Naval Academy Midshipman Fourth Class Will McKamey, 19, passed away Tuesday following three days in a coma after he collapsed during football practice last weekend. “We are all so very heartbroken by the death of Midshipman Will McKamey," said Naval Academy Superintendent Vice Admiral Michael Miller. "This is devastating news for his family, his classmates, his teammates, and the entire Naval Academy family. We offer our deepest condolences to Will’s family, friends, and shipmates in the wake of this tragedy.” McKamey was an oceanography major, and played slot back on the school’s football team.

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