A Honolulu girl is dead after she suffered a sudden medical emergency at a swimming meet last weekend, authorities said.
17-year-old Tehani Kealoha was rushed to the hospital but ultimately passed away on Saturday.
The late teen was set to participate with her high school team in a water polo match hours before the tragedy.
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“The game was canceled when they found out the news. Everyone was affected by it and couldn't play,” a high school sophomore said.
The match was played two days later with Kealoha's team winning.
In a statement, Moanalua High School's principal said that Kealoha's passing has “deeply affected the school community, especially with graduation approaching.”
