UNIVERSITY of Louisiana-Lafayett water skier Micky Geller has died at age 18.
The Canadian was in his freshman year at ULL and ranked sixth in the world in the under-21 jump.
Geller, from Carp, Ontario, began his watersports journey when he was just four years old.
He was studying kinesiology and marketing at ULL on a full-ride waterskiing scholarship.
The school announced on Wednesday that Micky had died suddenly on May 6.
Tributes were paid to the Ragin' Cajuns Waterski team member following his shock passing.
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Water Ski Canada said in a statement: "It is with heavy hearts and great sadness that we share with all of you the news that Micky Geller, from Ontario, has died suddenly.
"Micky was a valued member of the University of Louisiana at Lafayette Water Ski Team, and the Ontario skiing community.
"He represented Water Ski Canada on many occasions including the U17 IWWF World Championships, the Jr. US Masters Water Ski Tournament, and the 2022 Pan American Championships.
"As skiers and all the members of our community begin to mourn this great loss, many will acknowledge his amazing work ethic, unending passion, humor, athleticism, and charisma.
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"The Geller family would like to create an award in Micky’s memory and WSWC will work with them on a suitable way to remember Micky's wonderful contribution to our sport and everyone in it."
The University of Louisiana-Lafayette flew flags at half mast on Thursday to honor Geller.
A ULL statement read: "It is with great sadness that the University will lower the University flag to half-staff in memory of Michael Arthur 'Micky' Geller on Thursday.
"His friends and family remain in the thoughts, hearts and prayers of many at the University."
As of May 19, no cause of death has been released.
Micky is survived by his sister Chloe, and parents Bobbiann and Mitch.
