Memorial basketball game honors four Essex students killed in crash

A memorial basketball game was held at the University of Essex to honor four students—Makyle Bayley, Eva Darold-Tchikaya, Anthony 'TJ' Hibbert, and Daljang 'DJ' Wol—who tragically died in a car crash on February 1. The Essex Rebels basketball teams participated in the event, which included a 24-second applause at the start of both games to commemorate the victims. University director Dave Perry expressed the profound shock and grief felt by the community, highlighting how the students were beloved members of various teams and clubs. The event aimed to unite the university community in remembrance and support, following a gathering attended by over 1,000 people. As the Rebels teams continue their season, they have committed to honoring their late teammates' legacies throughout the remaining games. The university community has received an outpouring of support from across the country, emphasizing the tragic loss of such young lives.