Jamarion Brown had a lot more life to live and more love to receive, but now none of that will be possible after his life was taken from him in another senseless act of violence.
A shooting at a pool party left the Mount Pleasant graduate and basketball athlete dead and two others injured.
Brown, a basketball player at Henderson State University in Arkansas, was at a pool party in east Camp County when he reportedly suffered a gunshot wound to the head. According to a report from KLTV, he was taken to a nearby hospital for immediate treatment.
Unfortunately, his injury was too severe, and he succumbed to his injuries after making it to the hospital.
The suspect has been identified, but an arrest warrant hasn’t been issued yet. The Texas Rangers are still investigating this incident.
Jamarion Brown was just 23 years old.
Jamarion Brown Death & Obituary: Remembering a Mount Pleasant Basketball Star and Beloved Community Leaderhttps://t.co/fxel0z36r4 pic.twitter.com/hRxbp1MRPF
— News WZ (@JoyDas1888430) May 26, 2025
Click on ‘Follow Us’ and get notified of the most viral NCAA stories via Google! Follow Us
Henderson State men’s basketball coach Jimmy Elgas released a statement on this heartbreaking situation.
“No words can express our sadness for Jamarion’s family, friends, and teammates,” Elgas said in a statement.
“We lift them all up in prayer. Jo’s impact was felt not only on the basketball court but throughout the fabric of Henderson State University, and we all grieve together. His loss leaves a tremendous void on our campus, but Jo will be remembered and honored in our hearts forever.”
Jamarion Brown Played In 30 Games For The Reddies
A senseless act of violence this past Friday resulted in the death of Henderson State basketball player Jamarion Brown.
Henderson State University confirmed this week that Brown died at the young age of 23.
Brown averaged 6.5 points per game for Henderson State University this past season. Brown appeared in 30 games while also averaging 3.6 rebounds a game.
His highest point total was 19 in November 2024 against Kansas Christian.
Many prayers to his family and friends as they navigate through this tough situation.
