Arabia Mountain Football Player Mikah King Tragically Dies After Collapsing At Practice; Survived By Parents And Twin Siblings
May he rest in peace!
July 24, 2026
This article was last updated by Alisha Shrestha on July 24, 2026
Tragedy has struck Arabia Mountain High School in DeKalb County, Georgia, as 15-year-old football player Mikah King passed away following a sudden medical emergency during practice on Tuesday.
King, a rising sophomore and offensive lineman for the Rams, reportedly became ill while the team was going through drills on the field.
Emergency medical technicians arrived around 9:30 a.m. and found King visibly distressed.
He was administered an IV before being transported by ambulance to a nearby hospital, where he passed away around midnight.
Mikah King Mourned By Family And Friends
In a heartfelt letter sent to families, Principal Tanya Mason expressed her sorrow over the loss.
She wrote,
“The entire King family is in our thoughts and prayers, and we ask that you keep them lifted in love and comfort as they navigate this heartbreaking moment. This is a tragic and unexpected passing.”
The DeKalb County School District also released a statement on Wednesday, confirming the death and offering its support to the grieving school community.
The statement read,
“We were informed today that an Arabia Mountain HS student passed away after experiencing a medical emergency at football practice yesterday. We have grief counselors at the school to support the students and staff. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and school during this difficult time.”
In the wake of this devastating news, Wednesday’s team practice and a scheduled scrimmage game were canceled.
Teachers and students alike are mourning the passing of Mikah, who many described as joyful and kind-hearted.
One tearful teacher said,
“He was a great kid. He was a funny kid, a joy to be around and a light.”
Via FacebookA parent, whose children knew Mikah personally, shared their heartbreak with On Common Ground News:
“My kids went to school with him. He was very well-liked. I know his family is hurting. He has a twin. We’re just praying for all of them.”
Via FacebookSocial media was flooded with tributes to the young athlete. One family friend shared:
“I was really hesitant about reposting this because of the trauma caused behind this for his family, friends, & teammates. Mikah was a very respectful, sweet, humble, & very smart young man. My son and him and his twin brother gained a friendship in middle school until his death. Literally was just talking junk about their scrimmage game which was supposed to be held today. I’m lost for words. And to know his family OMG the sweetest people. My prayers & sincere condolences to everyone this young man touched, including my son & their friend group.”
The Arabia Mountain High School community is left reeling from the loss of a bright young soul.
He is survived by his parents and twin brother, who adored him.
Mikah’s presence both on and off the field will be deeply missed by everyone who knew him.
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