Dion Stutts, a promising high school football player committed to the University of Arkansas, tragically passed away in an all-terrain vehicle (ATV) accident. The 18-year-old rising senior at Memphis University School (MUS) was reportedly riding on his family's property in Batesville, Mississippi when the accident occurred.
Stutts, a three-star defensive lineman ranked 27th in Tennessee by 247Sports, had recently committed to Arkansas on May 11th, expressing his excitement to join the Razorbacks. His commitment announcement on social media conveyed his enthusiasm after an impressive visit to the university.
MUS and its athletic department released statements mourning the loss of Stutts, highlighting his positive impact on those around him. MUS Coach and Athletic Director Bobby Alston shared his heartbreak, remembering Stutts' infectious smile and commendable character.
The University of Arkansas also issued a statement expressing their deep sorrow at the news, acknowledging Stutts' potential and the shared excitement about his future with the program. They offered condolences to his parents, Shante and Dino, and his extended family.
