What began as a routine high school track meet in Frisco, Texas, on the morning of April 2, 2025, tragically spiraled into a nightmare when 17-year-old Austin Metcalf was fatally stabbed at Kuykendall Stadium. The time was just after 10 a.m. when an altercation with another student turned into an unimaginable act of violence. Witnesses say Austin, a beloved athlete and honor student, had simply asked the other teen to move from a restricted area—he didn’t know the person who would ultimately become his attacker. In a moment, the situation escalated, and Austin was struck by a single, fatal blow.
Emergency responders arrived within moments and worked tirelessly to save him, but despite their best efforts, Austin succumbed to his injuries on the very track where he had once run with vigor. His twin brother, Hunter, who had been nearby, cradled Austin in his arms, desperately trying to stop the bleeding. In a heartbreaking display of brotherly love, Hunter’s attempts to save Austin’s life were in vain.
Austin’s father, Jeff Metcalf, has described his son as not only a natural leader but a remarkable young man whose talents extended far beyond sports. A 4.0 student and the MVP of his high school football team, Austin had dreams of attending college and building a bright future. In the wake of his son’s tragic passing, Jeff has expressed the immense hole left by Austin’s absence, yet in the midst of his sorrow, he’s found the strength to forgive, saying, “God will take care of me and my family.”
The 17-year-old suspect has been arrested and charged with murder, and remains in custody as authorities continue their investigation. Meanwhile, the Metcalf family is left to navigate life without Austin, while also preparing for his funeral. To help ease the overwhelming financial burden, Jeff set up a GoFundMe campaign, which has already raised over $175,000—a powerful testament to the overwhelming support from classmates, teachers, and the wider community.
Hunter, still reeling from the loss of his twin, has shown incredible courage in speaking about that tragic morning—describing how he called for help and held Austin as he took his final breaths. His heart-wrenching words have become a rallying cry for the community, which remains in shock over the senseless violence. As Frisco mourns, school officials, law enforcement, and local leaders are coming together to understand how a routine event could turn into such a devastating loss—and to ensure that no other family will ever have to endure such heartbreak again.
