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Tulane Basketball Star Gregg Glenn III Dies At 22

Originally posted on Athlon Sports | By Dean Koutouratsas | Last updated Jul 28, 2025 2:49 PM ET

The Tulane Green Wave announced Monday that forward Gregg Glenn III died at 22 over the weekend. The cause and details surrounding his death have yet to be released.

Glenn was preparing for his senior season after playing two seasons with the Green Wave and his freshman year for the Michigan Wolverines.

“It is with profound sadness that I reach out to you today,” Tulane vice president Sarah Cunningham wrote in a statement . “We have lost a cherished member of our university community, Gregg Glenn III, who died in a tragic accident this weekend.

“He was a talented student athlete who enriched our lives with his spirit, dedication and passion for both sports and academics.”

Glenn averaged 10.6 points, 5.3 rebounds and 3.1 assists per game on a 49.8% shooting percentage last season. He helped the Green Wave go 19-15 and make the College Basketball Crown tournament, although they lost 89-60 to the USC Trojans in the first round.

Glenn made massive improvements to his game after averaging 3.6 points, 2.6 rebounds and 0.5 assists per game in his first season at Tulane. According to the Rivals Industry rankings, he came into college as a four-star prospect and was the No. 18 power forward in the 2022 recruiting cycle.

“Gregg was an outstanding athlete on our men’s basketball team and an individual who brought joy and light to those around him,” Cunningham added. “His commitment to excellence inspired many of us. Let us remember Gregg not just for his achievements in sports, but for the kindness and warmth he shared with everyone.

“He will forever remain a part of our university family.”

This article first appeared on Athlon Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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