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. I cried, said Chriss, who donated on the day he was traded from Golden State to San Antonio. Just three days after playing in his first NCAA Tournament, Grand Canyons Oscar Frayer died Tuesday morning in a car accident. Once he decided he was coming, at least seven other kids decided to come, too, Knight said. San Joaquin County officials confirmed Thursday Frayer died in a car crash near Lodi, California, on Tuesday morning. Anyone can read what you share. Your loyalty was unmatched and never will be replicated. Frayer, 23, his older sister Andrea Moore, and a friend died in the crash, the Antelopes athletics department said. Mar 25, 2021. Oscar Frayer, 23, was a forward for the team and senior communication major at GCU. Grand Canyon went 17-6 to earn a No. On the court, Frayer was known as the High Flyer and will be remembered for his soaring dunks, tenacious defense and game-changing blocked shots. Nelson, who has seven years of photography experience, is working for Cronkite Sports this spring. By Jonathan Abrams. ", The university added, "As the GCU family grieves the loss of one of our students, we ask that you keep his family and friends in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time and know that God is always there for us. No one could ever fill your sneakers but hopefully some will follow your footsteps. Knight broke down. It was his 107th start third-most in the Antelopes' Division I era. 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. "I took all of or late night drives and convos for granted. Follow him on Twitter @azc_obert. He was doing it his way, Major said. Fly high brother Love you RIP OF4.". We love O, Grand Canyon coach Bryce Drew said in a release. Article continues below this ad. 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.". 3/26/2021 6:15 AM PT. He was a hometown hero.. Grand Canyon forward Oscar Frayer scored 8 points in his final game, which came against Iowa in the NCAA tournament in Indianapolis, Indiana, on Saturday. U was rockin with me right or wrong no matter the situation. Oscar Frayer died in a car accident in northern California at around 2.30am on Tuesday morning. Focused on a million cash, thats the vision! Wilson was an assistant coach for the Lopes during the 2018-19 season. Knight was told that Sparrow couldnt talk. Both officers were rushed to hospital with "major injuries" after the crash, according to the CHP, yet the pair are expected to survive. On Tuesday morning, his life was cut short in a car crash that also killed two other people, the San Joaquin County Medical Examiner's office confirmed Thursday. To suggest human-interest story ideas and other news, reach Obert at richard.obert@arizonarepublic.comor 602-316-8827. The promising high-school star averaged 6.6 points per game this last season, and eight points per game during his collegiate career. "He was the heartbeat of our team with his vibrant, energetic personality. Frayer had nine points and two assists in that game. On the court, Frayer could do it all. Market data provided by Factset. All rights reserved. This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. Off the court, he will be remembered for his infectious smile, energetic spirit and caring soul that made him one of the most well-liked students on campus. Frayer, a 6-foot-6 senior guard/forward, started in Grand Canyon's 86-74 loss to Iowa in the first round of the NCAA tournament last week. 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. Oscar Frayer was a senior basketball player at Grand Canyon University in Pheonix, Arizona. Frayer played 25 minutes in the loss to the Hawkeyes, scoring eight points and tallying three rebounds, five assists, one steal and three blocks. One of Drews first acts as coach was reaching out to Frayer to see if he wanted to return to the team. Published David Kadlubowski/Grand Canyon University. Off the court, he will be remembered for his infectious smile, energetic spirit and caring soul that made him one of the most well-liked students on campus.. Grand Canyon basketball player Oscar Frayer died early Tuesday morning in a car accident just three days after appearing in his first career NCAA Tournament with the Antelopes. 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. Majerle and Frayer developed a strong rapport, and Frayer felt at home on the Phoenix campus. The woman recently shared the story with Frank Knight, Frayer's coach at Moreau Catholic . tournament, Oscar Frayer was killed in a highway crash. IMAGN. Its a blessing to even be here.. GCU said that before the WAC Tournament in Las Vegas, assistant coach Ed Schilling, leading chapel service with the basketball players, asked if anyone in the room was ready to give their life to Jesus Christ, and Fayer raised his hand. tournament, with graduation ceremonies a few weeks away, Frayer, 23, returned home to Northern California to visit his family and friends. People wanted to be around and they wanted to watch his journey, they wanted to be a part of it.. Friends remember him for his energy, smile and generosity, like the time he ran into a mother and son at a grocery store. His sister, Andrea Moore-Frayer, was also killed in the crash last week, as was a third victim . Oscar Frayers mother, Bionca Sparrow, accepting her sons diploma on his behalf. 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. After logging a career-high 30 starts as a junior, Frayer was academically ineligible in the 2019-2020 season. All three passengers were pronounced dead at the scene, according to a statement from CHP. ESPN's Myron Medcalf provided details of the crash via local authorities: "According to local authorities, a California Highway Patrol vehicle was struck from behind by the car Frayer was in as two officers were assisting a stranded vehicle on a highway near Lodi, California, around 2:30 a.m. on Tuesday. Mutual Fund and ETF data provided by Refinitiv Lipper. (Photo by Alina Nelson/Cronkite News), Oscar Frayer was known for his smile. Sports fans everywhere were fortunate to watch him play the game he loved during the mens tournament this year. tournament appearance, in March. Frayer averaged 6.6 points per game this season and 8 points per game in his collegiate career. Oscar Frayer cutting down the net after Grand Canyon University won its conference championship in March. "We love O," GCU coach Bryce Drew said in the school's statement announcing his death. Frayer and the three other freshmen who started on varsity hoped to build a new legacy. But Frayer caught Miller-Moore by surprise. He aint got no options, Major said he told her. What stood out to Knight from a young age was Frayers presence, which always gave off a positive energy. A GoFundMe account has been set up in their names. I am so thankful I was able to coach you and spend this year with you., CoachBryceDrew (@BryceDrewCoach) March 26, 2021. When he woke up the next morning, $50,000 and many notes had already poured in. He finished the game with eight points, five assists . pic.twitter.com/CVY7FSfFK9, Grand Canyon Mens Basketball (@GCU_MBB) March 26, 2021. You were always going to get an emotion out of him, and he was going to get emotion out of you, Bryce Drew, the Grand Canyon mens basketball coach, said of Frayer. 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. He also came back to gain his degree last spring. OSCAR FRAYER PHOTOS. The senior guard/forwardfinished his career with 970 points and 144 3-pointers, ranking fourth in program history in both marks. Heartbroken Grand Canyon head coach Bryce Drew said: "We love 'O.' The accident continues to be investigated. mens basketball team held a celebration of life for Frayer in the practice gym. A woman wrote that Frayer had spent half an hour with her child, who looked up to him. 4 Gone. 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. GCU will hold a memorial of life to honor Frayer and other members of the GCU community who have lost their life during the last academic year on Tuesday. Because he was one of us. ", "We love O," Drew told the school's athletic site. A guardian angel made out of disposable masks is taped to a pillar outside of Grand Canyon University Arena in memory of GCU basketball player Oscar Frayer. Wilhelm, who has worked for The State Press, is working for the Phoenix news bureau. His mom was specific about wanting to see him graduate.. We thought we were leading him. Two other passengers were killed in the tragic car crash on Tuesday, March 24. Grand Canyon basketball player Oscar Frayer died from a car accident, three days after the Antelopes played in the NCAA Tournament for the first time. You believed in me in a way that I never believed in myself. Katie Stratman/USA Today Sports, via Reuters. Watch it below: RELATED: Sharp-shooting Iowa gets 24 from Garza to beat Grand Canyon. All rights reserved. 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. He also averaged 6.6 points per game while starting all 24 of Grand Canyon's contests. Frayer's older sister, Andrea . Frayer was killed along with his sister Andrea Moore and a friend in Lodi, the school said. It was another tragedy to strike the family. 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. 4 Gone.". The S.U.V. Talk to anyone about Frayer, and the first thing they mention is his smile. (Photo by Alina Nelson/Cronkite News) GCU's spring commencement ceremonies are set to take place on April 19 and 20, and Frayer was set to walk and accept his degree. Afterward, he hugged and thanked the Grand Canyon staff the coaches, the public relations crew, the team manager. Frayer, 23, died in a March 23 car accident just three days following the . 2023 FOX News Network, LLC. RELATED: Two officers injured in deadly I-5 crash near Lodi are expected to survive, CHP says, I bleed purple FOREVER!!!! ", RUTGERS' GEO BAKER SAYS PLAYERS DISCUSSED PROTESTING NCAA TOURNAMENT AMID #NOTNCAAPROPERTY MOVEMENT, Iowa's Joe Wieskamp (10) guarded by Oscar Frayer in their tournament game Saturday, March 20, 2021, at the Indiana Farmers Coliseum in Indianapolis. In a cruel twist of fate, it has emerged that Oscar's father, also named Oscar, died in a car accident when his son was just seven years old. 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. "THANK YOU LOPE NATION for the last 5 years..it's been nothing less than amazing..from President Mueller, to our coaching staff, to my brothers who I compete with everyday..it's love FOREVER. Frayer mentioned that he had a delivery from Ruths Chris Steak House on the way. We love O. Your loyalty is unmatched and will never be replicated. Just three days after playing in his first NCAA Tournament, Grand Canyon's Oscar Frayer died Tuesday morning in a car accident. He was 23 years old. On Monday, Grand Canyon held its commencement ceremony. He showed us what humility and patience and dignity truly are, Major said. The Oakland, Calif., native graduated with a degree in communications and was set to walk at GCU commencement in April. 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 . The third person was not identified yet by the San Joaquin County Coroners Office, according to the athletics department. Its Covid. "I took all of our good times for granted," Milstead added. Dylan Wilhelm expects to graduate in May 2022 with a bachelors degree in sports journalism. March 25, 2021 11:15pm. I'll never forget all them talks we had bro. He received love because he gave a lot of love to people and I think thats the biggest thing that Ill remember, said Louis Wilson, head coach at the University of Texas at Tyler and former GCU associate head coach. Oscar Frayer, 23, died in the crash near Lodi on Tuesday alongside his older sister, Andrea Moore, and a friend, the university said in a statement. 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. "We always dreamed about making the tournament and you made that into reality. And that is what you get, this kid right here, Oscar Frayer. 2 seed Iowa in the round of 64 on Saturday in Indianapolis, Indiana. The school had had just one winning season in its previous eight. 2023 Cable News Network. 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.. 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 . Support local journalism: Subscribe to azcentral.com today. 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. 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. Grand Canyon men's basketball guard/forward Oscar Frayer died at the age of 23 following a car crash near Lodi, California, early Tuesday morning. 2y Myron Medcalf. Frayer graduated from Moreau Catholic High School before gaining a degree in communications. UP-AND-COMING basketball star Oscar Frayer passed away in a devastating crash at the age of just 23. "Off the court, he will be remembered for his infectious smile, energetic spirit and caring soul that made him one of the most well-liked students on campus.". And junior guardRashad Smithwrote on IG: "To my brother big O. I appreciate everything that youve taught me and thankful for every memory with you. Breaking News. Frayer, who is from Oakland and graduated from Moreau Catholic High School in Hayward, California,was 23. coaches helped steer Frayer, and in 2012, he joined Knights team at Moreau Catholic. He earned 8 points, 3 rebounds and 5 assists during the squads 86-74 loss to No. This news will be devastating to the fanbase as many . And give them a chance and dont let them fail. All rights reserved. Quotes displayed in real-time or delayed by at least 15 minutes. Get his butt back to school. His older sister . 2. It has raised over $72,000 as of early Friday afternoon. Gabe McGlothan, a teammate, doubted he would ever talk to Frayer again. ADVERTISEMENT. His Twitter bio reads: " Rest In Peace Dad.". The identity of the third individual has not yet been released by the San Joaquin Medical Examiners office. It depicted a live story, reflecting that Frayer had recently been active on the site. (Photo by Alina Nelson/Cronkite News), A guardian angel made out of disposable masks is taped to a pillar outside of Grand Canyon University Arena in memory of Oscar Frayer. Frayer's vehicle hit a tree and became engulfed in flames. "On the court, Oscar was known as the High Flyer and will be remembered for his soaring dunks, tenacious defense and game-changing blocked shots," the university said in a statement. He was the heartbeat of our team with his vibrant, energetic personality. ", GCU coach Bryce Drew said Frayer "had an unbelievable ability to light up a while gym with [his] smile.". /* Add your own MailChimp form style overrides in your site stylesheet or in this style block. The team returned home Sunday from Indianapolis. Oscar Proud #4 (@Oscar_Frayer) March 21, 2021 Frayer had completed his academic requirements to graduate in April and was a starter on the men's basketball team for four years. Wilson, Knight and others also remember his down-to-earth personality, calling his coaches OG.. 4 Gone, Oscar Proud #4 (@Oscar_Frayer) March 21, 2021. 3:45. Watch more of the latest sports videos on the 12 News YouTube channel. Zac Al-Khateeb is a content producer for The Sporting News. He could have done it online and took the two classes and they could have sent the degree to him, Knight said. Friends remember him for his energy, smile and generosity, like the time he ran into a mother and son at a grocery store. Major said he left youth coaching shortly after meeting Frayer to devote himself to mentorship. Your effort and contribution in providing this feedback is much Frayer was instrumental in the Antelopes capturing their first Western Athletic Conference Tournament championship with his 3-point shooting and defense. Hes the OG of Grand Canyon mens basketball, Wilson said. mens basketball tournament. Two patrol officers received "major" injuries but were expected to survive. A second victim, 28-year-old Andrea Moore from Stockton,also died. Im so so proud of you! (Photo courtesy Frank Knight), On the court, Oscar was known as the High Flyer and will be remembered for his soaring dunks, tenacious defense and game-changing blocked shots, the university said in a statement. Paulina Porizkova Is A Toned Aries Queen In This Nude Birthday IG Snap. The 2021 Subaru SUV careered off the road and hit the rear of the two officers vehicle, before colliding with a tree. He set the schools Division I record (since 2013) with 93 blocks and finished second in program history in steals. 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. The third person was not identified. The team had been inseparable the previous two weeks. They were pronounced dead at the scene. 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. or redistributed. Frayer graduated from Moreau Catholic High School in Hayward, California. #O4Ever pic.twitter.com/OsHT8CLlz2. The woman recently shared the story with Frank Knight, Frayers coach at Moreau Catholic High School in Hayward, California. Instead, Knight said, Frayers mother will accept his degree on his behalf. 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He was the heartbeat of our team with his vibrant, energetic personality. The latest Tweets from Oscar Proud #4 (@Oscar_Frayer). Accidents that take promising young lives are all too common. Moreau competed for championships each of Frayers four years and transformed into one of Northern Californias best high school teams. Frayers charisma held its power through middle school and high school, all the way to Grand Canyon University in Phoenix, where he quickly became a star player and led the mens basketball team to its first N.C.A.A. Grand Canyon certainly appreciated the gesture, as well: O got his One Shining Moment. Fly high, High Flyer. Frayer, who received his degree in communications, sent this tweet after the culmination of GCU's season: I bleed purple FOREVER!!!! 11:25 PM EDT, Thu March 25, 2021. 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. Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. The two officers that were in the CHP vehicle are expected to survive, ABC 10 in Sacramento reported. I took all of our late night drives and convos for granted. CNN Sans & 2016 Cable News Network. He was to walk at commencement next month. Frayer, 23, was among the most accomplished players in Lopes basketball history and one of the most well-liked students on the GCU campus. The "High Flyer" tragically died on March 23, 2021. April 21, 2021. Frayer, 23, died in a March 23 car accident just three days following the Antelopes' first-round loss to Iowa in the NCAA Tournament. Creative Commons. Per Medcalf, GCU will have a"celebration of life" service at GCU Arena on Tuesday to honor Frayer and others in the school community who have died during the 2020-21 academic year. He was a rock star at the camp, it was crazy. Love you! The 2021 Subaru SUV careered off the road and hit the rear of the two officers vehicle, before . Sparrow had spoken to Moore-Frayer at around midnight. Learn more about what we do and how to find our content on our broadcast, digital and social media platforms. My brother i will keep your name alive and always represent. Life is something that is so precious and i took you for granted. The two talked late into evenings about losing parents at a young age, devoting themselves to their faith and counting each day as a blessing no matter the circumstances. Heartbroken Grand Canyon head coach Bryce Drew said: "We love 'O.' It means everything to me, Frayer told the schools website. He was occasionally sidetracked on this journey, friends and coaches said, but he righted himself through a network of mentors and coaches and the devotion of his mother, Bionca Sparrow. 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 (Calif.) Medical Examiner's Office confirmed . Three days after Grand Canyon lost in the first round of the N.C.A.A. With Sparrows blessing, Knight established a GoFundMe page for the family two days after the accident. He was our dreams.. I'm rattled right now. "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," the statement said. He was the heartbeat of our team with his vibrant, energetic personality, Drew said in a university release. "Off the court, he will be remembered for his infectious smile, energetic spirit and caring soul that made him one of the most well-liked students on campus.". A third, unidentified person also died in the car crash in Lodi, California, on Tuesday. 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. Knight was playing golf when someone called and asked if he had heard about an accident involving Frayer. Contributors included N.B.A. They were trying to figure things out. PHOENIX Watch the GCU memorial service below: A member of the Grand Canyon University mens basketball team has died after being involved in a car crash in California on Tuesday. Frayer started for three seasons until he was ruled academically ineligible for the 2019-20 season. He was the heartbeat of our team with his vibrant, energetic personality, GCU coach Bryce Drew says. Frayer had completed his academic requirements to graduate in April and was a starter on the mens basketball team for four years. We love O, Grand Canyon head coach Bryce Drew said. The 6-foot-6 Frayer missed all of the 2019-20 season because of academic issues, but was given his senior season back to play this year. She wanted to let me know that Oscar did that and it really stood out to her, that he made her son feel special in the middle of Safeway one day. The initial statement did not identify any of the people killed in the crash. #mc_embed_signup{background:#fff; clear:left; font:14px Helvetica,Arial,sans-serif; } "He was the heartbeat of our team with his vibrant, energetic personality. Jesy Nelson breaks silence on Little Mix feud and says 'we haven't spoken', Towie star 'heartbroken' after doorman killed at his Costa del Sol restaurant, Play STOPPED at World Snooker Championships as idiot covers table in powder, Big Brother presenters revealed as Strictly legend and Channel 4 star, News Group Newspapers Limited in England No. Benson kidded him about his expensive taste. View our online Press Pack. Grand Canyon, seeded 15th in the NCAA tournament, lost to No. You believed in me in a way that i never believed in myself. On Thursday night, Knight set up a GoFundMe account for the Frayer family. The promising high-school star averaged 6.6 points per game this last season, and eight points per game during his collegiate career. Oscar Frayer was a senior basketball player at Grand Canyon University in Phoenix, Arizona Credit: Reuters 8 The 23-year-old was described as the 'heartbeat of the team' by head coach Bryce Drew . By this spring, most of the friends Frayer had grown up with had already played in the N.C.A.A. Also please keep the families and friends of Andrea Moore in your hearts and pray for the two California Highway Patrol officers who were injured in the accident.". "You were a hometown hero, defeating the odds and making a name for yourself. Jerry Colangelo, the former owner of the Phoenix Suns and U.S.A. Basketball chairman, helped the college navigate its transition to Division I of the N.C.A.A. Legal Statement. Copyright 2023 Sporting News Holdings Limited. He made three 3-pointers in a WAC semifinal win over Seattle. He was the heartbeat of our team with his vibrant, energetic personality. 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. Frayer worked Knights summer basketball camps throughout high school, and even after he graduated wanted to continue coming back. Frayer is a native of Oakland, California, and was in his final year with Grand Canyon. Those who knew Oscar Frayer, the Grand Canyon mens basketball player who died in a car crash Tuesday morning, arent surprised. Previous two weeks forward for the Phoenix News bureau will follow your footsteps came back to gain degree. Fill your sneakers but hopefully some will follow your footsteps will accept his degree his. 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