US EditionFormer College Football Player Dies Running Brooklyn Half Marathon, Says Report
- Charles Rogers, a 31-year-old first-time participant, died after collapsing about eight miles into the Brooklyn Half Marathon on May 17, 2025, in Brooklyn.
- The death followed a medical incident during the race, confirmed by race officials amid a hot day with temperatures reaching 83 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Emergency responders administered CPR to Rogers near Ocean Parkway before taking him to Maimonides Hospital, where efforts to revive him were unsuccessful.
- Rob Simmelkjaer, who leads New York Road Runners, expressed deep sorrow over the death of a participant in the race and offered heartfelt sympathies to the family and loved ones affected.
- The New York Road Runners stated they prioritize runner safety and have taken proactive measures such as additional hydration and misting stations due to anticipated heat on race day.
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Former college football player dies running Brooklyn Half Marathon, says report
A gleeful event resulted in tragedy when a 31-year-old runner suffered a medical emergency while competing in the Brooklyn Half Marathon Saturday morning, according to the New York Daily News.
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College Football’s 10 Most Intimidating Stadiums (1:16) Prayers are pouring in after a former college football player dropped dead during a half marathon at 31 years old.A former college football player collapsed and was pronounced dead during the Brooklyn Half Marathon on Saturday, May 17. The race, which featured close to 30,000 runners, got an early start on Saturday morning. However, one runner collapsed and died during Mile 8 of the race in…
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