ASU Hockey Family and Teammates Demand Coach Removal After Mayich Heatstroke Collapse
Arizona State University hockey player Matthew Mayich remains hospitalized with a severe brain injury after collapsing during an August 20 outdoor workout. His parents and seven teammates have formally demanded that head coach Greg Powers and his staff be placed on leave. The family states Mayich is unlikely to recover from exertional heat stroke, while players allege the university’s official report downplayed the severity of the session and ignored safety protocols. An independent investigation is underway as the team prepares for its season opener.