AIDAN Kaminska's mom has shared a poignant video showing the University of Massachusetts lacrosse star on the field after he died “unexpectedly” aged 19.
The moving tribute marking the communications major's achievements included multiple photos of the Long Island athlete growing up.
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Aidan, a "beloved son and brother, passed away unexpectedly on the morning of Monday, May 30," according to an online obit.
It added that he was "known for his infectious smile, being a good friend, and a tremendous athlete.
"He started playing lacrosse at a young age as part of the newly-formed lacrosse program at Port Jefferson.
"He played on multiple travel lacrosse teams, most notably Legacy Lacrosse, of which he was a member of the championship team winning the World Series of Youth Lacrosse (WSYL) in 2016."
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Aidan's mom, Lydia Johnston Kaminska, has shared multiple posts of her beloved boy on Facebook, including a poignant montage that featured video clips of him playing lacrosse.
She titled the video package: “My beautiful son. Aidan. My heart is forever broken.”
She also shared a series of snaps from her son's childhood.
Friends and family online branded the video tribute “beautiful”.
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One mourner said: “Lydia there are no words. I am praying for all of you.
"May Aidan rest in peace I hope that you will all find signs of him around you constantly as reassurance. I do and it is very comforting.”
TRIBUTES POUR IN
Another commented: “Beautiful tribute for a sweet boy. I’m so sorry your family has to suffer this tragic loss.”
A third posted: “Oh Lydia, I am so sorry and heartbroken for you and your family.
“Such a beautiful tribute and so many happy memories. Holding you close to my heart during this difficult time.”
The teen’s cause of death remains unknown as it has not been announced by his family or the university, MassLive reported.
In its tribute, Massachusetts athletics said it was "saddened to announce the loss of Aidan Kaminska, a men's lacrosse student-athlete.
"The Massachusetts athletics department extends condolences to Aidan's family, friends, teammates and coaches."
SCORED HAT TRICK
An article published by the Massachusetts Daily Collegian in April described Aidan as "an unlikely hero in UMass’ win over Hofstra" after scoring a hat trick.
His teammates let the "powerful player" know they appreciated him, the story added.
He is survived by his parents, brother, grandparents, aunts, and uncles.
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