On the evening of June 11, Bryson had took the mound for the Linglestown Colts and pitched the game’s final three innings, striking out the final hitter and guaranteeing the team’s victory.

But that happiness was short-lived on Thursday morning when it was revealed that Bryson had passed out and had been taken to the hospital, where he eventually passed away. His family subsequently verified that the cardiac episode was caused by myocarditis, an inflammation of the heart.

Friends, family, and teammates were shocked by his unexpected death. Nine-year-old teammate and close friend Elias Vilfort took comfort in remembering Bryson by writing “3s” around Koons Park’s infield, which stands for the number Bryson proudly wore when throwing during games.

Elias also