Wayne Gretzky's son and $5,000,000 Patriots QB once got into a scuffle after extended tensions in high school

Modified Sep 02, 2023 13:23 GMT

In 2017, TMZ Sports brought to light a physical altercation between Wayne Gretzky's son, Tristan, and Matt Corral, a standout high school quarterback who had committed to USC. At the time, the report sent shockwaves through the sports world, given Corral's status as ESPN's fifth-ranked junior QB in the country.

The scuffle reportedly occurred following escalating tensions between Corral and Tristan, with their rivalry reaching a boiling point during a basketball game. The two got into a fight in front of a large group of people, and Corral apparently transferred to Long Beach Poly shortly after the incident. On Twitter, he cited the school's alleged bias towards money as a reason for his departure.

Tristan, who was 16 at the time, was the third Gretzky offspring to attend Oaks Christian, a private school with an annual tuition fee of $30,000.

While Corral's mother acknowledged the incident, she noted that her son had been contemplating a school transfer for some time.

After playing college football for Ole Miss, Corral was drafted by the Carolina Panthers in the third round of the 2022 NFL draft, signing a $5 million contract. He was waived by the Panthers last month and claimed by the New England Patriots.

Queen Elizabeth II's memorable hockey moment with Wayne Gretzky

In 2002, during Queen Elizabeth II's historic visit to British Columbia to celebrate her Golden Jubilee, she graced the ice at GM Place (now Rogers Arena) for a pre-season game between the Vancouver Canucks and the San Jose Sharks.

Wayne Gretzky had the honor of escorting Queen Elizabeth II onto the ice, joined by several Canadian Olympic gold-medal-winning hockey players, creating a unique blend of sporting excellence and regal charm. Canucks captain Markus Naslund shared the intricacies of the moment, emphasizing that they were instructed not to approach or speak to the Queen unless she initiated the conversation.

After the Queen dropped the puck, Naslund presented it to her, leading to a delightful exchange where she mentioned her last hockey game attendance in Toronto during the 1950s. The ceremony, complete with a red carpet and the presence of Wayne Gretzky and Cassie Campbell, left an indelible mark on all who were part of this memorable occasion.