Filed under: Irish recruit Matt James killed in accident By whiskey OFD Apr 3, 2010, 9:13am EDT Share this story Share this on Facebook Share this on Twitter Share All sharing options Share All sharing options for: Irish recruit Matt James killed in accident Reddit Pocket Flipboard Email Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family of Notre Dame offensive tackle commit Matt James. James lost his life in a tragic accident on Friday. James was one week shy of his 18th birthday. More From One Foot Down Notre Dame Basketball Quick Preview: Irish VS #8 Miami EARNED 5-STAR PODCAST: Let’s talk about Notre Dame and the transfer portal Notre Dame TE Holden Staes to enter the transfer portal Notre Dame WR Rico Flores to enter the transfer portal Notre Dame Hockey: Michigan Series Preview Notre Dame DB Ramon Henderson to enter the transfer portal