Fighter drops dead in gym

Jamie Varner's training partner died last night in the gym. Really horrible. Here's the article:

When UFC lightweight Jamie Varner steps into the octagon against Gleison Tibau next month it will be with a heavy heart.

Varner revealed via Twitter last night that training partner and fighter, Sam Young, had passed away while in the gym just moments after the two took photos together.

@jamievarner

"One of my teammates posted this pic. About 5 seconds later is when Sam fell and I ran to his side then called 911. It still hasn't fully hit me but I'm thinking about trying to create a #samyoungfoundation to help support his family, young athletes and to create awareness of potential cardiovascular issues. Lets know ur thoughts and if u have any knowledge on how to go about doing something like this. Thanks for all the kind words and support, I am going to push harder and I'm getting this win and donating a large portion of my win bonus to his family!"

A second tweet said:

"Tonight was a very tragic night 3 minutes after this pic was taken one of my fellow warriors had a fatal heart issue and passed away in the ring. I'm very sad but I will have u know this guy helped change my life and was my main sparring partner for my last fight! #Igotsam #ripsamyoung @will_is_working "We will mourn but will keep our eyes to the sky for Sam. Prayers out to his family." He left behind a wife and 2 beautiful little girls. I'm very sad right now and this is the first time I've ever seen anyone pass away! Don't take life for granted live everyday like it's ur last, bec u never know when it really is!"

USCS would like to send our condolences to the friends of family of Sam Young as well as to Varner and all the teammates who train at the gym.

http://uscombatsports.com/index.php?option=com_flexicontent&view=items&cid=191&id=11517&Itemid=27

Damn that's terrible.

Ah damn.  I hope everyone that knew Sam personally (family/friends) can remember the good times... prayers for them all.

Sad news. hate when families have to lose someone

d.e.p. [rip]

Really sad news :(

Sad .. ******* sad .. Thats awfull to read .. 

This is terrible. I can't fathom the experience that is watching a friend die. RIP

* Edited at 07.26.2013, 6:13 PM ET *

R.I.P

That's ******* terrible

Wow. Wonder if autopsy will show anything conclusive. Wife and 2 little girls. ****.

think this is the saddest thread ive seen on here  .         R.I.P

I was a close friend of Sam's and with his family at the hospital the night he passed. The autopsy is to be performed tomorrow, and funeral/memorial plans are being made.

We are arranging fundraisers to support Sam's wife and two young daughters, one of whom is just 4 mo. old. Please follow me on Twitter (@AlanLobock) to learn the details of how you can honor MMA and Sam's memory by helping his wife and children in this time of tragedy and need.

RIP Sam. You were a wonderful friend, husband, and father with the will of a warrior. I miss you.

@aml480 so sorry man.  If there are links or donation pages or other info, we can post them here on Sam's page on Tapology:

http://www.tapology.com/fightcenter/fighters/44873-sam-young

And of course in this thread, too.

A sad loss. My heart and condolences go out to Sam Young's family and friends. RIP