Soccer player rescued from Lake Tahoe likely suffered shock
Authorities say the professional soccer player who went into a coma after nearly drowning in Lake Tahoe likely suffered from cold-water shock.
Tahoe Douglas Fire Protection District Fire Marshal Eric Guevin said Matheus Silva was swimming with teammates about 6:30 a.m. Tuesday, about 20 yards from the shore of the public beach near the Zephyr Cove Resort, when he cried out for help and then went underwater.
By the time emergency crews reached him, his teammates and another bystander on a paddle board had rescued him and started CPR efforts.
The San Jose Earthquakes said Silva emerged from the coma Thursday morning. The Brazilian defender was responsive and able to speak but will undergo additional testing. The 20-year-old was playing this season on loan for Reno 1868 FC, which is part of the United Soccer League.