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15-05-2015, 23:59
Former UFC fighter*Corey Hill*died today at a hospital in Tampa, Fla., several days after suffering a collapsed lung and heart attack. He was 36.
Hill fought for his life, but died*this afternoon, his longtime manager Patrick Reynolds today told MMAjunkie in a text message. His former promoter, John Prisco, also confirmed the news via text and said he is with Hill’s family.
Hill’s wife, Lauran, refuted reports Thursday that her husband had already died*and told the public to pray for him.
Earlier today, Reynolds, who had managed and coached Hill since 2010, confirmed the fighter suffered a collapsed lung and heart attack.
“He was without oxygen for a period of time, and of course, with the lack of oxygen does come damage to the brain. But he is for the most part non-responsive. It’s just unfortunate.”
Reynolds declined to elaborate on Hill’s condition or the circumstances that preceded his decline.
As MMAjunkie previously reported, Hill went to the hospital several days ago with a severe case of bronchitis. An X-ray revealed a cyst in his lung and doctors ordered surgery. After surgery, Hill refused a ventilator and signed a waiver of liability, according to a source close to the fighter who asked to remain anonymous because he was not authorized to publicly discuss the matter. Hill then suffered a collapsed lung and a heart attack and was close to death for several days.
In addition to wife Lauran, Hill leaves behind three children: daughter Seytia and sons Keynan and Corey. He resided in Spring Hill, Fla.
MMAjunkie is working to verify a GoFundMe page that has been set up to take donations for the Hill family.
Hill (6-9) most recently fought in February at a regional event, losing via first-round TKO.
After suffering a horrific leg break in 2008 at a UFC event, he returned to the cage in 2010 and fought 11 professional bouts with a 4-7 record. His overall professional record was 6-9.
Hill first emerged on the national spotlight as a contestant on “The Ultimate Fighter 5” and quickly established himself as one of the most hardworking competitors on the show. He trained with show coach Pat Miletich before moving back to Florida. In January,*he told MMAjunkie*he was finishing up a degree in education at a local college.
Hill fought for his life, but died*this afternoon, his longtime manager Patrick Reynolds today told MMAjunkie in a text message. His former promoter, John Prisco, also confirmed the news via text and said he is with Hill’s family.
Hill’s wife, Lauran, refuted reports Thursday that her husband had already died*and told the public to pray for him.
Earlier today, Reynolds, who had managed and coached Hill since 2010, confirmed the fighter suffered a collapsed lung and heart attack.
“He was without oxygen for a period of time, and of course, with the lack of oxygen does come damage to the brain. But he is for the most part non-responsive. It’s just unfortunate.”
Reynolds declined to elaborate on Hill’s condition or the circumstances that preceded his decline.
As MMAjunkie previously reported, Hill went to the hospital several days ago with a severe case of bronchitis. An X-ray revealed a cyst in his lung and doctors ordered surgery. After surgery, Hill refused a ventilator and signed a waiver of liability, according to a source close to the fighter who asked to remain anonymous because he was not authorized to publicly discuss the matter. Hill then suffered a collapsed lung and a heart attack and was close to death for several days.
In addition to wife Lauran, Hill leaves behind three children: daughter Seytia and sons Keynan and Corey. He resided in Spring Hill, Fla.
MMAjunkie is working to verify a GoFundMe page that has been set up to take donations for the Hill family.
Hill (6-9) most recently fought in February at a regional event, losing via first-round TKO.
After suffering a horrific leg break in 2008 at a UFC event, he returned to the cage in 2010 and fought 11 professional bouts with a 4-7 record. His overall professional record was 6-9.
Hill first emerged on the national spotlight as a contestant on “The Ultimate Fighter 5” and quickly established himself as one of the most hardworking competitors on the show. He trained with show coach Pat Miletich before moving back to Florida. In January,*he told MMAjunkie*he was finishing up a degree in education at a local college.