The following is a statement from Atlantic 10 Commissioner Bernadette V. McGlade on the tragic passing of Dayton men’s basketball student-athlete Steve McElvene. Dayton's story and statements appear below as well.
“The entire Atlantic 10 family is heartbroken over the loss of Dayton’s Steve McElvene. He was an exceptional young man with a bright future, both on the basketball court and in life. A life cut short is tragic for all. The prayers, thoughts and support from the A-10 community go out to the University of Dayton, Flyer Men’s Basketball and most especially to Steve’s family.”
UPDATE - FUNERAL ARRANGEMENTS: Visitation and funeral arrangements have been set for University of Dayton men's basketball player Steve McElvene. A public viewing will be held Friday, May 20 from 6-8 p.m. at Abundant Life Church, 3301 E. Coliseum Blvd., Fort Wayne, IN 46805. The funeral service will be held Saturday, May 21 at 11 a.m., also at Abundant Life Church.
The University held a memorial prayer service Monday in the Immaculate Conception Chapel on the University of Dayton campus for Steve and his family.
Memorial contributions may be made through
GoFundMe to assist Steve's family with expenses.
Our heartfelt prayers remain with his family, friends and all who have enjoyed being part of Steve's life.
Original Dayton Statement
The University of Dayton has announced the tragic news that men’s basketball player Steve McElvene passed away today. McElvene, 20, was in his hometown of New Haven, Ind. when he died. No other details are available at this time.
Flyer men’s basketball player Archie Miller issued the following statement:
“We are devastated at this news. Any death is a tragedy, but for someone so young who worked so hard to have his dreams within reach, it’s hard to put into words how painful this is. Our hearts and prayers go out to Steve’s family. My family, our team and our staff will have to pull together, not only in support of Steve’s family, but in support of each other at this terrible time.”
McElvene, a redshirt freshman, averaged 6.1 points and 5.6 rebounds in 32 games in his only season for UD. The 6-foot-11 center’s 56 blocked shots set the Dayton single-season record.
The University asks that you keep Steve’s family in your thoughts and prayers.