It’s so heartbreaking to hear about Ole Miss football freshman Corey Adams, 18, being shot at a house party in Memphis.
It’s always tough to see young talent and potential cut short like that. It’s a stark reminder of how precious life is and how we need to come together as a community to fight these senseless killings.
Law enforcement found Adams with gunshot wounds inside a vehicle at an intersection.
“They provided life-saving measures until Shelby County Fire arrived,” the sheriff’s office said. “Shelby County Fire personnel later pronounced the victim deceased on the scene.”
The authorities said four other men suffered gunshot wounds and arrived at local hospitals.
None are in critical condition.
Adams, a defensive lineman, enrolled at Ole Miss in the winter and was slated to make his college football debut in the fall.
“We are devastated to learn that Corey Adams, a freshman on the team, passed away last night in Cordova, Tennessee,” Ole Miss Football wrote in a statement on X. “While our program is trying to cope with this tragic loss, our thoughts are with his loved ones during this incredibly difficult time.
“Out of respect for his family, we will not be commenting further at this time. We ask the Ole Miss community to keep Corey in their thoughts and respect the privacy of everyone involved.”
On Sunday, the Edna Karr football team’s Facebook account wrote that the team is “heartbroken and tormented to pieces” over the loss.
“Corey Adams was more than just a football player! He was a friend, brother, son, student, and all around great young man,” the post said. “We never question God but this is one we just don’t understand. This wasn’t supposed to be the end of his story but we will #DoIt4Co.”
Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family, friends, and teammates during this incredibly difficult time. Rest in peace, Cory!
