March 29, 2024, 04:32:28 AM

Author Topic: National Player dies in France  (Read 2361 times)

0 Members and 1 Guest are viewing this topic.

Offline royal

  • Moderator
  • Hero Warrior
  • *****
  • Posts: 3493
    • View Profile
National Player dies in France
« on: August 23, 2014, 07:12:18 AM »
 Trinidad and Tobago national player dies in France



National player, 6-9 Devougn Lamont, suddenly passed away last Thursday in Lyons, France. Lamont played with the Trinidad & Tobago men team which defeated 10th world ranked Puerto Rico in the Pre-Olympic Centrobasket 2010 tournament in the Dominican Republic.

According to reliable sources, Lamont suffered a cardiac arrest following a training session with Beaujolais Basket. He recently re-signed with Beaujolais Basket to play in the French NM2 league. Last season he was one of the league top players averaging 17.0ppg and 9.33rpg. Prior to France, he played in at San Isidro San Francisco in Argentina where he averaged 11.9ppg and 3.9rpg in 30 games. In addition, Lamonts career also included successful stints in Japan, Mexico, Venezuela, and in the US with the ABA league.

Prior to his pro career, Lamont had an impressive US collegiate career with Marin Junior College averaging 22ppg and 11.3rpg in his year of the 2003/04 season. While at California State University, Monterey Bay, he averaged 17.8ppg and 7rpg during 2004-2006. Lamont started his career at St. Benedicts College in Trinidad before migrating to the US.

Lamont passed away doing what he loved best, playing basketball. He will be best remembered, not only for his affectionate smile, but also positive attitude in the locker room and huddle. According to Wendell Carter, one of his former national teammate, Lamont would say: Come on guys, lets stick together and stay positive.

Following the news of his sudden passing there has been un-going postings of condolences and memories on his facebook page from his former teammates and friends at all levels. He was a hard working player and very humble guy who was always contended with the role and responsibilities assigned to him. Perfect role model!

Our condolences goes out to his family, Fiona O'Sullivan, Beaujolais Basketball, ex-teammates and the National Basketball Federation of Trinidad & Tobago.
RIP DEVOUGN LAMONT!!


eurobasket

Offline Deeks

  • Hero Warrior
  • *****
  • Posts: 18631
    • View Profile
Re: National Player dies in France
« Reply #1 on: August 23, 2014, 08:07:43 AM »
Wow. I did not know this guy. RIP Breds. God Bless!

Offline royal

  • Moderator
  • Hero Warrior
  • *****
  • Posts: 3493
    • View Profile
Re: National Player dies in France
« Reply #2 on: August 23, 2014, 03:18:03 PM »


RIP my brother

Offline asylumseeker

  • Hero Warrior
  • *****
  • Posts: 18073
    • View Profile
Re: National Player dies in France
« Reply #3 on: August 23, 2014, 06:20:12 PM »
Reads as a life well-lived. Rest in peace, brodda. 

Offline vb

  • Board Moderator
  • Hero Warrior
  • *
  • Posts: 8281
    • View Profile
    • http://www.caribsport01.homestead.com/caribsport.html
Re: National Player dies in France
« Reply #4 on: August 24, 2014, 07:48:19 AM »
Now seeing this.

RIP.

VB
VITAMIN V...KEEPS THE LADIES HEALTHY...:-)

Offline Sando prince

  • Hero Warrior
  • *****
  • Posts: 9192
    • View Profile
Re: National Player dies in France
« Reply #5 on: August 24, 2014, 08:06:19 AM »
 
RIP Mr Lamont. Thank you for your service to our national team

http://www.guardian.co.tt/sport/2014-08-24/tt-basketballer-devougn-lamont-dies

Offline Bakes

  • Promethean...
  • Hero Warrior
  • *****
  • Posts: 21980
    • View Profile
Re: National Player dies in France
« Reply #6 on: August 31, 2014, 12:57:36 PM »
Condolences to his family and loved ones... and thanks for the service to our country  :beermug:

Offline weary1969

  • Hero Warrior
  • *****
  • Posts: 27225
    • View Profile
Re: National Player dies in France
« Reply #7 on: September 20, 2014, 05:59:44 PM »
Today you're the dog, tomorrow you're the hydrant - so be good to others - it comes back!"

 

1]; } ?>