18-year-old National Waterskiing Champion Dies Unexpectedly with a Fearless Attitude towards Life.

Tragic Loss of a Young Talent: National Champion Waterskier Dies Suddenly at 18

A Life Cut Short

The University of Louisiana at Lafayette is mourning the sudden loss of one of its student-athletes, Michael Arthur “Micky” Geller. The 18-year-old Canadian was a member of the Ragin’ Cajuns Waterski Team and had just completed his first year at the university. Geller passed away on May 6, and the cause of his death is yet to be disclosed.

A Passionate Skier and Adventurer

Geller was not just a talented skier but also a young man with a zest for life. He had a “full throttle approach to life” and had already experienced more in his 18 years than many do in a lifetime. Before finding his calling as a skier, Geller had tried his hand at gymnastics and was also into motorcycles, rock climbing, and other outdoor activities.

A Valued Member of the Waterski Community

Geller’s death has left the waterski community in shock. Water Ski Canada, in a Facebook post, expressed its deep sadness and condolences to Geller’s family and friends. The organization described Geller as a valued member of the University of Louisiana at Lafayette Water Ski Team and a representative of Water Ski Canada on many occasions.

A Life Remembered

Geller’s family remembers him as a young man who loved to have deep conversations and debates and was always up for chilling out. They described him as empathetic, passionate, strong, fearless, disciplined, and full of limitless potential. Geller’s untimely death has left a void in the lives of those who knew him.

A Final Farewell

Services for Geller were held on Thursday in Ottawa, Ontario. The University of Louisiana at Lafayette has lowered its flags to half-staff in honor of Geller’s memory. The university has expressed its condolences to Geller’s family and friends and assured them that they remain in the thoughts, hearts, and prayers of many at the university.

A Legacy Lives On

Although Geller’s life was cut short, he will always be remembered as a talented skier who helped the university win its ninth waterski national championship last fall. His legacy will live on in the hearts of those who knew him, and his passion for life will continue to inspire others to live life to the fullest.

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