Morgan Academy football player dies after serious injury in game

Morgan Academy football player Caden Tellier has died from complications of a brain injury, according to NBC affiliate WSFA. Bryan Oliver, principal of Morgan Academy, sent WSFA the following statement: “It is with a heavy heart that I inform you that Caden Tellier has gone to be with his Lord and Savior. Caden loved the Lord with all his heart and was a shining light every day he graced the halls of Morgan Academy. He was a student, a friend, an athlete, and most importantly, a follower of Christ. There are no words to describe how we feel as a school community and family. We will come together and support Jamie, Arsella, and Lyla with all our hearts. We also extend our deepest condolences to the Telliers' extended family. I want to thank all the schools and individuals who have helped us during this difficult time. Caden will never be forgotten, no matter who he was and what he meant to Morgan Academy.” In a statement sent to X earlier in the day, Michael McLendon, executive director of the Alabama Independent School Association, noted that Morgan Academy would suspend all school activities this week to give the community time to come together.