Connors State College basketball player Ethan Dietz dies after in-game injury

A basketball player from Connors State College has died after suffering a head injury during a game, school officials said.

Sophomore Ethan Dietz died Tuesday, the school announced. a statement He posted it on his Facebook page.

School spokeswoman Shannon Rigsby said initial reports indicate Dietz suffered some type of head injury.

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“The Cowboy family has suffered an unimaginable loss. As you know, sophomore Ethan Dietz was injured during the men’s basketball game on Saturday. He passed away this morning, November 25,” the school said in a statement.

“Ethan exemplified what it means to be a Cowboy, value hard work, and be part of a team. Our hearts go out to his family and friends as the team and the Cowboy community process our own pain.”

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Many games were canceled after Dietz’s death. (iStock)

“Ethan’s loss reminds us all of how precious life is and how much those around us impact our lives. Let us be inspired by Ethan’s spirit, friendship, and love as we move through this loss together as a community.”

After Dietz’s death, many of the university’s men’s and women’s basketball games were canceled.

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Dietz was averaging 11 points per game. (iStock)

Dietz was a 6-foot-5 forward from Vilonia, Arkansas, who averaged 11 points per game in eight games this season. He had 8 points and 4 rebounds in 20 minutes before getting injured on Saturday.

A memorial service in his honor is planned for Dec. 1 at the university’s campus in Warner, Oklahoma.

The Associated Press contributed to this report.