It seems like this summer has had more tragedies among student athletes than others.  I sure hope this is the last of such horrible news.

My condolences to the player, his family and teamates.

MSUSpartan76 - "Sad, Very sad. Best wishes to the family, the team mates and coaches, the fans, and anyone else whose life his touched"

I appreciate your thoughts and very appropriate comment, as well as some of the other "appropriate" posts in this thread.  It reflects a mindfulness that I'm sure is somewhat comforting and appreciated by the individuals you addressed.  Your comments are indicative of an attitude more people should bring to their posts.  Thanks.  My thoughts and condolences to the immediate and extended family as well.     
    

Little Faith.

A-men brother, so many times in sports and media related events we tend to forget a traggic situation and just want to play the blame game. This is a extremely sad situation in the loss of life of a couple of college KIDS. Yes I know 21-22 year old are not considered children anymore, but I also remember how I acted when I was that age. Who care what the situation may have been as long as it was an accident why does anything else matter.

I talked to God and he told me that he deosn't exist

Ok, OK, OK... break it up, people! Cut the crap. The reason this story was posted on a sports page is because the drowning victim was a student athlete. Was the death a tragedy? Yes. Was it an accident? Yes. Was it preventable? Maybe. Either way the end result is terrible.
This young man was enjoying the 4th of July weekend with some friends from school. Probably had too much to drink (has that been proven yet?). Decided to go for a swim and misjudged something along the way. He drowned. Unfortunately, this kind of thing happens all the time. If you cruise the news headlines, you'll see this happened to many people on Sunday. Accidents happen.
I'm sad for his family and friends, but I'm also sad that all you knuckle-heads feel the need to distract from the tragedy with your cultural references, your social understanding and educational prowess (or lack of), your need to get the last word in, and your complete lack of respect for the event that took this kids life. Who cares if your right and they're wrong? Some people should learn to type a little slower so their message isn't skewed. SO WHAT?! Get over yourself!  
My condolences go out to the family and friends of Sean Matti, and all the other families of people who lost their lives in accidents last weekend. It is never easy. Just know you're not alone and that you'll see them again in time.

Last time I talked to God he said there is only one human race, with two clasifications Heathon and non Heathon any questions?  there is no such thing as races there is only on Human race with to classifications Heathon and Non Heathon I rest my case......Think!!!!!

I'm going to go out on a limb and assume that your reference to this being a "cultural thing" is your ignorant assumption that Mr. Matti was a black man

Why would you immediately assume the phrase "cultural thing" means a black person?
While it may have been a poor choice of words in that the lack of the ability of swimming equals ANY kind of cultural deficiency, it certainly didn't imply race. I mean, why not just an Indiana hick? I'm not saying that's what he meant, but geez.. you jumped RIGHT TO BLACK??

Yeah, I'd say you went out on a limb.