Skyview High School mourns death of football player [Video]

VANCOUVER, Wash. — The community of Skyview High School in Vancouver is mourning the unexpected loss of a student athlete, William “Liam” Sloan. He was a junior and a member of the football team.

Skyview Principal Andy Meyer revealed Sloan’s death in a message to families late Friday morning. According to Meyer, Sloan passed of natural causes in his sleep.

“He was a junior this year and a valued member of our football team and learning community. He was a great friend, teammate and classmate to all who knew him and will be deeply missed,” Meyer said. “Tragic events like this can be very difficult to process. We all have different reactions and emotions in these situations, and that is ok. What is important is …