His club Sheffield Steelers announced the tragic news their website.
– Everyone at the club has been devastated by the news and we would now like to extend all of our support and condolences to Alex’s family, friends and teammates, the club wrote.
Graham has been described as an “incredible talent” and an “ice hockey prodigy”.
He is said to have signed his first professional contract recently but is said to have starred in the 80 games he has played for the club since 2019.
The talent is predicted to have a bright future in professional hockey. He has also played for the under-18 and under-20 national teams for Great Britain.
Supporters have been expressing their grief on social media over the past few days following the unexpected death.
– Very shocked and upset by this news. What a talented player! RIP Alex, wrote one of them.
The cause of his death is not yet known to the public.
– The club will be making no further comment at this time, the Sheffield Steelers wrote on the matter.
Graham also played for some time in Canada, before he returned to his homeland.
Coach Aaron Fox at Sheffield spoke of “a very sad and difficult time”, according to Star, who also conducted a final interview with him.
– We have big plans for Alex this year and his future is very bright. He loves coaching and I love watching him grow as a player and as a person. RIP 21, you will be sorely missed, he said.
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