A 14-year-old Fresno High School student died after collapsing while playing basketball during a physical education class on Monday, authorities said.

The Fresno County Sheriff-Coroner’s Office identified the teen on Tuesday as Daniel Padilla Jr. of Fresno.

The Fresno Unified School District confirmed the death, stating that the student passed away at the hospital.

“Our hearts are with the student’s family, friends, and school community during this incredibly difficult time,” the district said in a statement.

School officials added that they do not have any additional information to share at this time.

The Fresno Police Department said that they received a call Monday at 12:23 p.m. regarding the incident.

Fresno Unified told GV Wire that the student was immediately attended to after the medical emergency occurred.

Update at 12:07 p.m.

The Fresno Unified School District provided this statement:

“Our hearts continue to ache in solidarity with the family of our student. We can only imagine the pain his unexpected passing is causing them. We are honoring and respecting our student and his family by giving them the time and space they need to grieve.

“We recognize that the loss of our student has impacted our Fresno High community. We have a team of mental health professionals at Fresno High School providing social-emotional support to students who may be affected or triggered by this tragedy.

“Additionally, resources are available for Fresno High staff so they can receive social-emotional support during this difficult time. We have also designated substitute staff who are ready to support any staff member who may need assistance.

“We appreciate your support in respecting our student’s family’s privacy during this time.”

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