MOORHEAD, Miss. (WLBT) - Mississippi Delta Community College is mourning the passing of a student athlete.

Emanuell Cooks, of Elba, Alabama, died from medical complications following a football game against Hinds Community College Thursday night.

Cooks, an offensive lineman for the Trojans, was a freshman.

“Our entire Trojan family is devastated by this loss,” said MDCC President Dr. Steven Jones. “At this time, our deepest thoughts and prayers are with Emanuell’s family, teammates, coaches, and friends. We will come together as a community to support one another through this tragedy.”

Hinds Community College released the following statement on Friday.

“While we as spectators are watching passionately and imagining ourselves as part of the game, it is the players who are giving their

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