Matthew Mayich’s Collapse Shows Why Workout Plans and Monitoring Matter

On August 20, 2024, Matthew Mayich, a 21‑year‑old NHL prospect, collapsed just before 8:30 a.m. while training outdoors at Sun Angel Stadium on ASU’s Tempe campus.

James Rund, senior vice‑president of educational outreach and student services at ASU, said the hockey coaches had not submitted a plan of training activities for review by the university’s strength and conditioning coaches before the session began.

The workout took place in about 30 °C weather and consisted of calisthenics, push‑ups, planks and running. These high‑intensity exercises were performed without a formal plan or monitoring system in place.

After the collapse, Mayich was taken to a hospital where doctors described his condition as stable but critical.

In response, ASU announced a comprehensive review, the creation of a blue‑ribbon advisory panel, and new best‑practice recommendations regarding the planning, conduct and monitoring of athletic activities, and the response to emergencies that arise during athletic activities.

The incident underscores a clear lesson: submitting detailed training plans and continuously monitoring conditions are essential steps to protect athletes, especially during demanding outdoor sessions.

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