The Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association is mourning singer Angie Stone , who was set to perform at its basketball tournament underway in Baltimore.

Stone, 63, died in a car crash while she and others were en route to Atlanta.


Stone was scheduled to perform at the halftime show of the CIAA's Men's Championship Basketball game Saturday afternoon.

CIAA Chaplain Pastor Jerome Barber called for a moment of silence and lifted her name in prayer at the game.

CIAA Commissioner Jacqie McWilliams-Parker issued a statement, saying: "We are heartbroken by the tragic and sudden passing of Angie Stone, an award-winning singer, a member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Inc., a community activist, role model and mother whose soulful artistry and spirit made an indelible mark on her community, our nation and the world. She used her incredible talent, passion, and presence to inspire and touch us with strength and hope. On behalf of the CIAA family, we extend our deepest condolences and stand in support of all those mourning this tremendous loss."


Stone's hit songs include "No More Rain (In This Cloud)" and "Wish I Didn't Miss You."