On April 2, 2025, a tragic incident unfolded at Kuykendall Stadium in Frisco, Texas, during a high school track meet. Seventeen-year-old Austin Metcalf, a junior at Memorial High School and a standout athlete, was fatally stabbed following a dispute with another student, Karmelo Anthony, also 17, from Frisco Centennial High School. Christian Post+9People.com+9It’s Gone Viral+9https://www.ktiv.com+9People.com+9Christian Post+9
The altercation began during a rain delay when Anthony was seated in a tent designated for track team members. Metcalf approached Anthony, requesting him to vacate the area. An eyewitness recounted that Anthony refused, leading to a heated exchange. When Metcalf attempted to physically move Anthony, Anthony allegedly produced a knife from his backpack and stabbed Metcalf in the chest. The entire confrontation lasted less than 30 seconds. New York Post+2People.com+2New York Post+2New York Post
Austin’s identical twin brother, Hunter, was present during the incident. He described the harrowing moment:Christian Post+7NBC New York+7New York Post+7https://www.ktiv.com+7New York Post+7New York Post+7
“I put my hand on there, tried to make it [the bleeding] stop, and I grabbed his head and I looked in his eyes. I just saw his soul leave, and it took my soul, too.” It’s Gone Viral
Emergency responders arrived promptly, and coaches were already performing CPR on Metcalf. Despite their efforts, he was pronounced dead at a local hospital. People.com+1New York Post+1Christian Post+3New York Post+3People.com+3
Karmelo Anthony was apprehended shortly after the incident. Upon arrest, he allegedly confessed to the stabbing and inquired about the definition of self-defense, expressing concern about Metcalf’s condition. He has been charged with first-degree murder and is being held at Frisco Jail with bail set at $1 million. NBC New York+9People.com+9The US Sun+9New York Post+1People.com+1
Austin was a distinguished student-athlete with a 4.0 GPA, a member of the National Honor Society, and an all-district linebacker receiving college football offers. His father, Jeff Metcalf, expressed profound grief, recalling the moment he arrived to find his son gravely wounded:NBC New York+5New York Post+5The US Sun+5
“I rushed up there and I saw him on the gurney and I could tell—they said he wasn’t breathing. I could see all the blood, and I saw where the wound was, and I was very concerned.” NBC New York
Despite the immense pain, Jeff Metcalf emphasized the importance of compassion and forgiveness:NBC New York+5It’s Gone Viral+5New York Post+5
“You know what, I already forgive this person. Already. God takes care of things. God is going to take care of me. God is going to take care of my family.” It’s Gone Viral+2NBC New York+2Christian Post+2
Austin’s mother, Meghan Metcalf, struggled to articulate her grief, urging others to cherish their loved ones:New York Post
“If I could say anything to the nation, it would be just to hug your babies tight, because you don’t know if it will be the last time you do it.” Christian Post+1It’s Gone Viral+1
The Frisco community has been deeply affected by this tragedy. A vigil honoring Austin is scheduled at Hope Fellowship Church, where he was an active member of the youth group. Additionally, fundraising efforts have been initiated to support the Metcalf family during this challenging time. The US Sun+9It’s Gone Viral+9Christian Post+9People.com+1Christian Post+1Christian Post
This incident has raised concerns about safety at school athletic events and highlighted the devastating consequences of violence among youth. Authorities continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the altercation and encourage anyone with information to come forward. New York Post+1People.com+1People.com
The Metcalf family, while grappling with unimaginable loss, has called for increased compassion and understanding to prevent such tragedies in the future. Jeff Metcalf reflected on his son’s legacy, expressing immense pride in both his sons and emphasizing the need for better parenting and love within the community.
