American ice hockey player Scott Matzka was born on May 11, 1978, and died on December 16, 2018.

After his retirement from hockey, Matzka revealed he was diagnosed with Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS).

Following his diagnosis, Scott Matzka created an organization called “My Turn” to raise awareness and funds for ALS treatment.

Scott Matzka died from ALS at 40 years old.