A college pole vaulter has tragically died at the age of 19 after being ejected from her vehicle in a devastating car crash, her school announced over the weekend.
According to 13abc, University of Toledo star Eva Moran was pronounced dead at Marion General Hospital following the accident in Ohio on Friday.
'There are no words to adequately express the sadness our team feels over the loss of Eva,' Toledo director of cross country and track and field Andrea Grove-McDonough said in a statement the following day.
'She was a remarkable young woman whose energy, determination and kindness made an immediate impact on our program. Eva approached every practice, every competition and every challenge with a positive attitude and a genuine love for her teammates. She was eager to learn, eager to improve and proud to represent the University of Toledo.'
'Our hearts are with Eva's family, friends, teammates and everyone whose lives she touched. We will continue to honor her memory and the example she set for all of us.'
Further details are expected to follow.
