Foundation Covered Burial Costs for Greensboro Student
A local football player died following a head injury sustained during a recent junior varsity game.
Updated on Sept. 20, 2026 in Secondary Education
The A Son Never Forgets Foundation has stepped in to cover burial expenses for 15-year-old Davion Fewell. The student athlete died on September 13, 2026, after sustaining a head injury during a junior varsity football game in Greensboro.
Why it matters
The tragedy has deeply affected the local community, highlighting the risks inherent in contact sports. Support from the foundation provides critical financial relief to the family during a period of grieving.
Davion Fewell was a 15-year-old student athlete at Page High School. The A Son Never Forgets Foundation, established by D.J. Reader, is providing full coverage for the burial costs.
The players
Davion Fewell
He was a 15-year-old student at Page High School who died following a football-related head injury.
D.J. Reader
He is the founder of the A Son Never Forgets Foundation.
A Son Never Forgets Foundation
This charitable organization provides financial support for families dealing with the death of a child.
The details
Family and community members gathered at the Greensboro high school to hold a memorial service for the student. Mourners honored his memory by releasing balloons and blowing out candles during the ceremony.
Timeline
September 13, 2026: Davion Fewell died following a head injury.
September 20, 2026: The Page High School football team plays the Southern Guilford Storm.
Culture Shift
This tragedy underscores a growing national conversation regarding student athlete safety and the implementation of stricter concussion protocols. It mirrors wider efforts to standardize medical oversight in youth athletics across the state.
Students and faculty at local schools may see an increased emphasis on safety briefings following this incident. The community has rallied together, with local support services remaining available to those processing the loss.
The takeaway
The passing of a young athlete serves as a somber reminder of the importance of vigilance during high school sporting events. Families and schools are encouraged to prioritize player health to ensure safety remains at the forefront of the game.
Further reading
Learn more about local academic and student athletic programs in our Secondary Education section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by WESH.
