Former Vanderbilt and current University of Indianapolis basketball player Dai-Jon Parker died Thursday in a drowning accident. Parker was only 22 years old.
According to the Indianapolis Star, Parker, who wasn't identified at the time, went into the Morse Reservoir without a life jacket. Officials said a 911 call was made after someone saw a man go into the water and never resurface. According to the Star, the drowning is still under investigation.
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Last season for UIndy, Parker averaged 9.4 points per game.
"The entire University of Indianapolis community mourns the loss of Dai-Jon Parker, a senior student-athlete with a vibrant personality who had a great future ahead," the school said in a statement. "This is a tragic situation for everyone involved, and UIndy is offering counseling and support to the people closest to him. Please keep Dai-Jon's family, friends and teammates in your thoughts and prayers."
Parker began his career at Vanderbilt as a four-star recruit. He played in three seasons, making the biggest impact during his junior year when he played in all 31 games, starting 26, and averaged 8.3 points, 4.4 rebounds and 3.2 assists per game.
Vanderbilt coach Kevin Stallings announced in August that Parker, and former teammate Kedren Johnson, would not be allowed back on the Vanderbilt roster. That's when Parker transferred to the University of Indianapolis.
"We are extremely saddened with the news of Dai-Jon's death," Stallings said to CBS Sports. "Everyone who watched him play basketball knew what kind of athlete he was. But, to those of us who knew him and loved him, he was as good and happy of a person as you would ever meet. He always had a smile on his face, and I will always remember him for that smile and the positive spirit he had. We send our deepest condolences and prayers to his family, friends, and others who were lucky enough to have met him."