Kali Jones: A Basketball Star's Tragic Loss

0:00It's March 25th. You're listening to Anchorage News today, AI-powered local news. Cali Jones, a 15-year-old sophomore at Ketchikan High School in Alaska, passed away by suicide on Sunday. She was a standout center on the school's basketball team, known for her energy and toughness under the basket. On the court, Cali thrived in the physical battles, always flipping a switch to get aggressive and hype up her teammates with high fives after big, plays. Off the court, she was incredibly kind, greeting everyone with hubs and words of love, no matter who they were. Her ability to unite people from all backgrounds left a deep mark on those around her. Coaches, teammates, and family are now coming together to grieve and support one another through this sudden loss. They describe it as a huge tragedy for the tight-knit Ketchikan community. A GoFundMe campaign is helping cover travel for her teammates to attend the funeral in Heideberg. If you're struggling, the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline is there around the clock,

1:00ready to help as the community honors Cali's lasting, spirit.