SOMERS — A soccer referee's life was saved during a University of Wisconsin-Parkside men's soccer home opener against Upper Iowa University on September 14.

Olu Afuwape, a 37-year-old referee, collapsed during the match when his heart stopped beating. What initially appeared to be a collision was actually a medical emergency that required immediate intervention.

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"He just thudded to the ground, and it didn't look the best," senior midfielder Jamie Le Comte said.

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Le Comte was positioned behind Afuwape when the incident occurred, immediately rushed to help, and flagged down his coach and trainer for assistance.

"I guess instincts just took over, I tri

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