CHICAGO, Ill. — The Walter Payton College Prep community is facing reports concerning the death of former boys basketball player Jeremy Sitrin, a member of the school's Grizzlies basketball program.
Sitrin was a student-athlete at Walter Payton College Prep and was involved with the school's boys basketball program for several seasons. Public basketball records identify him as a Payton player, including his time wearing No. 32 and competing for the Grizzlies. His Hudl profile documents highlights from games against teams including Fenwick, St. Joseph and Farragut.
Sitrin's contribution to Payton basketball was also recognized in the school's community publications. In January 2020, Payton Community News reported that he scored 18 points, including six three-pointers, during a Hinkle Holiday Classic victory over Grant. The same publication identified Sitrin as one of Payton's senior student-athletes who had been named a State Scholar for academic achievement.
A subsequent February 2020 edition of Payton Community News listed Sitrin among the seniors being recognized during the school's Senior Night celebration. The publication noted the years of effort that Sitrin and his fellow seniors had contributed to Payton boys basketball.
News of a reported death involving a former student-athlete can have a profound impact on classmates, teammates, coaches, teachers, family members and the wider Chicago community. As people await further information, condolences and memories may begin to circulate among those who knew Sitrin during his time at Payton.
At this time, specific details concerning the reported death, including the date, location, cause of death and funeral or memorial arrangements, should be treated as unconfirmed unless released by the family, school officials or another authoritative source.
Further information will be added as an official obituary, family statement or school announcement becomes available.
This is a developing report.
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