The 18-year-old baseball player is still missing at sea two days after jumping off a boat in the Bahamas

A star Louisiana baseball player is still missing at sea two days after he jumped off a boat in the Bahamas after his classmates challenged him to do so.
The Coast Guard has now called off the 325-square-mile search for 18-year-old Cameron Robbins, who was en route just graduating from Baton Rouge.
Witnesses claimed he was a dare when he jumped overboard from the sunset cruise ship Blackbeard’s Revenge at 11.30pm WAFB.
The teenager was reportedly on the boat with several other recent graduates and was seen splashing around in the water after jumping in before disappearing.

The Coast Guard has now called off the 325-square-mile search for 18-year-old Cameron Robbins, who was en route just graduating from Baton Rouge

Cameron Robbins (pictured left) was not found and the search was called off

The teenager was reportedly on the boat with several other recent graduates and was seen splashing around in the water after jumping in before disappearing

Shown here is the 325 square mile search for 18-year-old Cameron Robbins
In an update, Lt. Cmdr. Bahamas Coast Guard Liaison Officer Matthew Spado said, “US Coast Guard District Seven deployed multiple search and rescue assets in response to a government request for assistance from our partners in the Royal Bahamas Defense Force.”
“Our Coast Guard Command Center and flight crews in Miami have been supporting the RBDF’s search and rescue efforts since the initial report Wednesday night and continued through Friday night.”

Pictured: Robbins, who just graduated from high school on Sunday
“We were informed this evening by the RBDF that they were halting active search efforts pending further development and, having notified the Robbins family, would not be requesting further Coast Guard assistance.”
“We extend our sincere condolences to the family and friends of Cameron Robbins.”
A GoFundMe An aid fund was set up so that the boy can support his family during this time.
They described his mother as a kind and devoted teacher who finds herself in an “unimaginable situation”.
The fundraiser said, “Cameron’s mother, Shari, is an amazing teacher beyond words and her kindness and dedication has helped countless children throughout her career.”
“Please donate as best you can and share this fundraiser to support her and her family in this unimaginable situation.”
The distraught family continued to pray, hoping for Cameron’s return: “Please continue to pray for Cameron, Cassie, Cole, Shari and Will.” “My heart is so heavy.”
Robbins had graduated from Louisiana State University on Sunday before leaving for a cruise with fellow students.

An avid baseball player, his coach described him as a “fierce competitor.”

His school friends pray together in a circle after the tragedy

Pictured: Robbins was spending time with friends in Nassasu, Bahamas, staying at the Atlantis Resort on Paradise Island

The teenager was reportedly on the boat with several other recent graduates and was seen splashing around in the water after jumping in before disappearing

Pictured: A still from a video of Robbins jumping into the water seen by WBRZ – a lifebelt can be seen in the water
Images posted to his social media pages reveal that he is an avid baseball player and has been described as a “fierce competitor” by his coach.
U-High baseball coach Justin Morgan said, “Cameron is a kid who is truly loved by his teammates, teachers and classmates.”
“He’s a tough competitor on the baseball field.” He’s a hard worker both on and off the field.
“Our school community is struggling at the moment but is hoping for the best.”
“Our thoughts and prayers have been and remain with the Robbins family at this difficult time.”
University Lab School principal Kevin George said Robbins attended the school throughout his 13-year education.
In a statement, he said, “The University Lab School community is praying for the best possible outcome of this situation.”
“I am in contact with Cameron’s family and at this time the authorities are still searching for him in the Bahamas.”
“In times like these, we need to come together and support one another.” Words are insufficient to express the concern our entire school community feels.
“Additional advisors will be available on campus to speak to students and faculty who are struggling to process this news.”
“Our thoughts are with the Robbins family and we ask that you keep them in mind as well.”