Alyssa Altobelli was born on June 16, 2005 in the United States. She was a talented basketball player from a young age, showing promise as a point guard during her junior and varsity years. Alyssa had a passion for the sport and dreamed of playing college basketball at the University of Oregon after graduating from high school.
On January 25, 2020, Alyssa's life was cut short in a tragic helicopter crash in Calabasas, California. She was aboard the helicopter with NBA legend Kobe Bryant, his daughter Gianna, and several others. The world was shocked and devastated by the loss of such promising young talent.
Alyssa was a member of Kobe Bryant's Mamba Sports Academy in Thousand Oaks, a non-profit organization that aimed to empower and inspire young athletes through sports. She trained hard and was dedicated to honing her skills on the basketball court.
Alyssa was not alone on the helicopter that fateful day. She perished alongside her parents, Keri and John Altobelli. She is survived by her sister Lexi and uncle Tony. The Altobelli family's tragic loss has left a void in the hearts of their loved ones and the basketball community.
Alyssa's legacy lives on through her passion for basketball and dedication to her craft. She will always be remembered as a talented young athlete with a bright future ahead of her.
Alongside Kobe Bryant's daughter Gianna, Alyssa Altobelli's memory will forever be intertwined with the tragic events of that day in January 2020. The basketball world mourns the loss of these promising young athletes whose lives were cut short far too soon.
As we remember Alyssa Altobelli, let us also celebrate her love for the game and the impact she had on those around her. May her spirit live on through the hard work and dedication she exhibited on the basketball court.