Arizona State Taps Former Chief Justice Scott Bales to Lead Independent Review of Hockey Player’s Collapse
Arizona State has appointed former Arizona Supreme Court Chief Justice Scott Bales to lead an independent review concerning the collapse of hockey player Matthew Mayich during a workout.
Amarillo, TX, October 2, 2026 —
Arizona State University has announced the appointment of former Arizona Supreme Court Chief Justice Scott Bales to oversee an independent review into the circumstances surrounding the collapse of hockey player Matthew Mayich. The incident occurred during a workout session.
The university has engaged Bales, a respected legal figure, to conduct a thorough examination of the event. The scope of the review is expected to cover the details leading up to and during Mayich’s collapse. Further specifics regarding the timeline or the precise nature of the workout were not immediately available.
Matthew Mayich, a member of the Arizona State Sun Devils hockey program, experienced a medical emergency during training. Details about his current condition or the immediate aftermath of the collapse have not been released by the university or its athletic department.
The appointment of Chief Justice Bales signifies the university’s commitment to a comprehensive and impartial investigation. The review aims to provide an objective assessment of the situation. The contractor’s name, beyond Chief Justice Bales, was not provided. The timeline for the completion of this independent review was not disclosed.
Story summarized from the original created by DAVID BRANDT, Associated Press on www.myhighplains.com, see more information here.
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