Bay Village lacrosse player dies: Sophomore student tragically passes away due to fatal injuries

Dylan Veselic, a sophomore on the Bay Village (Ohio) boys' lacrosse team, died of injuries sustained during a game, school officials announced Thursday morning.

Veselic was injured on Tuesday evening when Bay Village took on Olmstead Falls.

Here is more to know about the tragic death. 

Bay Village lacrosse player death

While attempting to defend a shot from an Olmstead Falls player, Veselic was struck at the base of the back of the head below his helmet, according to WKYC.

Dylan has passed away from his injuries sustained at Tuesday’s game. Please continue to keep him and his family in your thoughts and prayers. pic.twitter.com/JbKaSBE4JV

The sophomore was rushed into a local hospital and underwent emergency surgery on Wednesday. On Thursday morning, his family confirmed his death, thanking his local community for its support after his accident.

“We are deeply touched by the overwhelming support and kindness shown by our community and beyond. We ask that you continue to keep us in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time," the Veselic family wrote, per Fox 8. 

This story will be updated.