Grand Canyon University Athletics
GCU statement on Oscar Frayer's fatal crash
3/25/2021 6:15:00 PM | General, Men's Basketball
It is with great sorrow and a heavy heart that we share the news that Grand Canyon University student and basketball player Oscar Frayer was one of three individuals who died in an auto accident in Lodi, California, on Tuesday. Also in the vehicle was Oscar's sister, Andrea Moore, 28, from Stockton, California. The identity of the third individual has not yet been released by the San Joaquin Medical Examiner's office.
Oscar had completed his academic requirements to graduate in April and was a starter on the men's basketball team for four years. On the court, Oscar was known as the "High Flyer" and will be remembered for his soaring dunks, tenacious defense and game-changing blocked shots. Off the court, he will be remembered for his infectious smile, energetic spirit and caring soul that made him one of the most well-liked students on campus.
And for this: Before the first game of the WAC Tournament in Las Vegas, GCU assistant coach Ed Schilling was leading a Chapel service with the basketball players. At the end, with heads bowed and eyes closed, Schilling made an altar call to ask if anyone in the room was ready to give their life to Jesus Christ. Oscar was one of those who raised his hand.
As the GCU family grieves the loss of one of our students, we ask that you keep his family and friends in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time and know that God is always there for us. Also please keep the families and friends of Andrea Moore in your hearts and pray for the two California Highway Patrol officers who were injured in the accident.
"Cast all your anxiety on Him because He cares for you." (1 Peter 5:7)
A Celebration of Life service is scheduled at the end of every academic year to honor those at GCU who have lost their lives during this time. Six students and three faculty/staff members who died during 2020-21 will be celebrated at 7 p.m. Tuesday at GCU Arena. To allow students, friends and families for all of the deceased individuals to grieve privately, the event will not be open to the media. It will be livestreamed for those who are not able to attend in person at https://youtu.be/ITdqq2cnfBE.
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Oscar had completed his academic requirements to graduate in April and was a starter on the men's basketball team for four years. On the court, Oscar was known as the "High Flyer" and will be remembered for his soaring dunks, tenacious defense and game-changing blocked shots. Off the court, he will be remembered for his infectious smile, energetic spirit and caring soul that made him one of the most well-liked students on campus.
And for this: Before the first game of the WAC Tournament in Las Vegas, GCU assistant coach Ed Schilling was leading a Chapel service with the basketball players. At the end, with heads bowed and eyes closed, Schilling made an altar call to ask if anyone in the room was ready to give their life to Jesus Christ. Oscar was one of those who raised his hand.
As the GCU family grieves the loss of one of our students, we ask that you keep his family and friends in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time and know that God is always there for us. Also please keep the families and friends of Andrea Moore in your hearts and pray for the two California Highway Patrol officers who were injured in the accident.
"Cast all your anxiety on Him because He cares for you." (1 Peter 5:7)
A Celebration of Life service is scheduled at the end of every academic year to honor those at GCU who have lost their lives during this time. Six students and three faculty/staff members who died during 2020-21 will be celebrated at 7 p.m. Tuesday at GCU Arena. To allow students, friends and families for all of the deceased individuals to grieve privately, the event will not be open to the media. It will be livestreamed for those who are not able to attend in person at https://youtu.be/ITdqq2cnfBE.
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