POMPANO BEACH, Fla. — New details have been released after Gregg Glenn III, a 22-year-old Tulane University basketball player and Pompano Beach native, died early Monday morning in what officials have called a “tragic accident.”
Miami Fire Rescue told Local 10 News that crews responded to reports of a possible drowning shortly after midnight Monday, just south of Key Biscayne’s Dog Beach.
Authorities said Glenn was underwater for approximately 30 minutes before he was pulled and transported to Jackson Memorial Hospital, where he died shortly before 2 a.m.
In a letter to the Tulane community, Vice President of Student Affairs Sarah Cunningham remembered Glenn as a talented student-athlete who brought energy, kindness, and dedication to both academics and athletics.
“Gregg was an outstanding athlete on our men’s basketball team and an individual who brought joy and light to those around him. His commitment to excellence inspired many of us,” the letter stated.
Glenn had transferred to Tulane from the University of Michigan in 2023 and quickly became a key starter for the Green Wave, starting all 34 games last season.
He averaged 10.6 points and 5.3 rebounds and was preparing to return for his senior year.
Glenn also played his high school ball at Calvary Christian Academy in Fort Lauderdale.
A few years ago, he interviewed while on the Wolverines and said how his late brother was an inspiration to him.
“I just try to be tough like he was tough,” he said.
In a statement recently posted on social media, Tulane basketball head coach Hunter said, “Gregg was not only an exceptional athlete but also a remarkable person who brought energy, dedication, and kindness to our team and community. Gregg’s spirit and passion will be deeply missed.”
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