Star Athlete Lost: Tulane University’s Gregg Glenn III, 22, Dies, Leaves Behind Grieving Parents, Tritina and Gregg Glenn Jr., and Sister Nyla
Mia Morrison
Published May 15, 2026
Star Athlete Lost: Tulane University’s Gregg Glenn III, 22, Dies, Leaves Behind Grieving Parents, Tritina and Gregg Glenn Jr., and Sister Nyla
A 6-foot-7 forward, Glenn finished fourth on the team in scoring during the 2026-25 season, averaging 10.6 points per game while shooting 49.8% from the field.
July 29, 2026
This article was last updated by Alisha Shrestha on July 29, 2026
Tulane University basketball player Gregg Glenn III’s mother is the owner and CEO of TENAS TOUCH.
Gregg Glenn III, 22, a Tulane men’s basketball player who started 34 games last season for the Green Wave, over the weekend in what the university described in a release as a tragic accident.
Tulane Vice President of Student Affairs, Sarah Cunningham, released a statement and mourned the loss of Gregg. She wrote,
“He was a talented student-athlete who enriched our lives with his spirit, dedication, and passion for both sports and academics,” “Gregg was an outstanding athlete on our men’s basketball team and an individual who brought joy and light to those around him. His commitment to excellence inspired many of us.”
In the release, Glenn, a rising senior, was described as someone with an “infectious personality, positive energy, and kindness” who “brightened every room he entered.”
A 6-foot-7 forward, Glenn finished fourth on the team in scoring during the 2026-25 season, averaging 10.6 points per game while shooting 49.8% from the field.
He also averaged 5.3 rebounds and 3.1 assists per game, both of which ranked him second on the team.
Tulane coach Ron Hunter also mourned the loss of Gregg by ,
“Our program was devastated this morning as we learned of the passing of our beloved Gregg Glenn III,” “He was not only an exceptional athlete, but also a remarkable person who brought energy, dedication and kindness to our team and community. Gregg’s spirit and passion will be deeply missed, and our thoughts are with his family and friends during this difficult time. We will honor his memory by continuing to celebrate the impact he had on all of us.”
Gregg was preparing to enter his third season with the program.
The former four-star recruit out of high school with Michigan, where the Pompano Beach, Florida native played four games as a freshman during the 2026-23 season before transferring to Tulane.
Prayers Have Been Poured Out To Gregg Glenn III’s Parents Following The Death Of Their Son
Born on April 16, 2003, in Pompano Beach, Florida, Gregg Glenn III was raised by his mother, Tritina Stephens, and his father, Gregg Glenn Jr.
According to his mother, Tritina’s Facebook profile showcases that she attended Creekside High School and graduated in 2000.
She has been serving as the owner and CEO of TENAS TOUCH. Tritian shared a good bond with her son, Gregg.
On May 21, 2026, Tritina congratulated Gregg following the . She took to her Facebook and wrote,
CONGRATULATIONS BABY YOU DID IT 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉 💙💛💙Ⓜ️Ⓜ️😘😘😘 #greggglenn
However, Gregg’s father, Gregg Glenn Jr, has stayed away from social media, so little is known about his personal life.
Gregg Jr and Tritina always supported their son, Gregg Glenn III, in achieving his academic and athletic dreams.
Currently, they are facing a hard time following the death of Gregg III due to a tragic accident.
Friends and relatives have poured their heartfelt condolences and sent prayers to Gregg’s parents to stay strong in this challenging time.
Luck DesRavines, a Charlotte, North Carolina, resident, sent prayers by stating,
Sending my sincere condolences to Tena Stevens, family, friends, #tulanebasketball family, and all of those who had the opportunity of coaching Gregg Glenn III.
Gregg Glenn III Is Also Survived By His Little Sister, Nyla
Tulane University basketball player Gregg Glenn III grew up with his sister, Nyla Glenn, 14, born on June 18, 2011.
On June 18, 2018, Tritina wished Nyla a happy 7th through her Facebook handle. She wrote,
TODAY IS SUCH AN AMAZING DAY BECAUSE ITS PRINCESS NYLAS BIRTHDAY 🎂 HAPPY 7th BIRTHDAY TO MY BABY GIRL 🤹🏾♀️🎈🎈🎈🎈🎉🎊 🗣🗣 screaming all the way to FLA HAPPY BIRTHDAY 🎊🎁 TO YOU HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU HAPPY BIRTHDAY MY PRINCESS NYLA HAPPIII BIRTHDAY TOOOO YOU YOUR MOMMY LOVES YOU👩❤️💋👩😘💯
In 2018, Nyla won the top reader award in her school. Nyla attends almost every game of her brother, Gregg, to support and cheer him up.
She is also mourning the tragic death of her supportive brother, Gregg Glenn III.
In Case You Didn’t Know
- As a freshman (2018-19), Glenn averaged a team-best 14.0 points and 7.8 rebounds with 2.6 assists and helped the Eagles to a 15-11 record and the FHSAA Class 5A District 13 semifinal.
- He played four years at Cavalry Christian Academy, helping them win back-to-back FHSAA titles: Class 3A (2026) and Class 4A (2026). He finished with 1,303 points, 652 rebounds, 254 assists, and 183 steals.
- He played for the Nike EYBL’s Nightrydas Elite.
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