Nebraska high school athlete Hunter Palmer passed away after falling during track practice. Palmer, who was 18 years old, attended Wisner-Pilger High School. On Friday, he fell and later passed away at a neighboring hospital.

The gifted student not only excelled in football but also basketball and was an all-district running back, according to a Monday Omaha World-Herald report. Palmer had also signed a football contract with Midland University.

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The head coach at Midland University, Jeff Jamrog, also expressed his sympathy. “Heaven gained a great young man,” Jamrog tweeted. “Our hearts are heavy and we are all suffering with the pain of the loss of Hunter Palmer. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Palmer family, friends, and the Wisner-Pilger community.

“Our staff really enjoyed recruiting Hunter. He was a dynamic young man who was an absolute pleasure to be around. Hunter was someone so special and will never be forgotten. Hunter is gone way too soon. May you rest in eternal peace, Hunter. We miss you already.”

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Palmer participated in a meet the day before he passed away and won the high jump by clearing his personal best. He also took part in a relay race, where his team finished in second place. The senior in high school also loved baseball, golf, and wrestling, according to his obituary.

“He loved hanging out with friends, driving around, watching Netflix, lifting weights, singing, and drinking Dr. Pepper. His favorite teams were the Green Bay Packers and Clemson Tigers,” the obituary read.

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On Monday, Wisner-Pilger High School was still in the dark regarding Palmer’s cause of death. The county attorney was contacted by local authorities but chose not to respond on the matter.