The community is paying tribute to two Altoona high school students who died in separate accidents

Early Sunday morning, 17-year-old Lundyn Treeese was killed in a car crash in Altoona. Later that day, Keaghan Smith Price, who had turned 16 the day before, was killed in an accident in Bedford County. On Tuesday night, the Altoona girls soccer team played its first game since the incidents.

“Keaghan, a 10th grade student, was a member of the Mountain Lion soccer team. Keaghan exemplified good work ethic, respect and the ability to give freedom in many situations. “Lundyn, a Grade 12 student, was a member of the Lady Lions Soccer Team. Lundyn loved life and had the ability to make others feel welcome and loved, making a positive impression on those who spent time in her company,” said the soccer announcer.

At the game, many fans and team members wore Treese’s jersey number in her honor. Her senior poster was hung and many students and community members placed flowers and other items around it. The girls’ soccer team visited the memorial before the game, wearing T-shirts decorated in Treeese’s memory.

“To see Lundyn pass by or when we ended up in the same place together, it was just a wonderful thing because she grew into such a beautiful and responsible girl,” said Lindsey Boose, a student in the Altoona Area School District.

Some community members said that Treese would be proud to have so many people support the game.

“He’s smiling. She also always had a wide smile on her face. We will miss her. She was one of the best people you could ask for in anyone’s life. Friend or family,” said Amber and Aubree Rickens, who lived near Treese.

The Lady Lions won that night with a score of 5-0.