Sadly, tragedy has struck yet another college football program.
In a pair of tweets posted to its official Twitter account Wednesday night, Cal revealed that 2018 signee Chris Fatilua sustained what was described by the family in a statement as “a significant and serious spinal cord injury from an accident that occurred Monday afternoon in San Diego.” No further details were available, although the family’s statement noted that “his long-term prognosis is unknown at this time.”
In his statement, head coach Justin Wilcox said that “the most important thing to focus on right now and in the immediate future is Chris’ recovery.”
The following statement is being provided on behalf of the family of 2018 incoming freshman Chris Fatilua. pic.twitter.com/qAtVDqpwn6
— Cal Football (@CalFootball) June 14, 2018
Cal football head coach Justin Wilcox on 2018 incoming freshman Chris Fatilua. pic.twitter.com/UfQ4VtwpwK
— Cal Football (@CalFootball) June 14, 2018
Fatilua was a three-star member of the Golden Bears’ 2018 recruiting class. 247Sports.com rated the San Diego product as the No. 58 inside linebacker in the country.