Concussions occur in all sports, so it’s imperative that coaches recognize concussion signs and symptoms. A player who “toughs it out” and continues to play with concussion symptoms risks serious injury.
USA Football is asking coaches to “Put Pride Aside” for player safety. If you suspect one of your players has suffered a concussion, remove that player from action – no matter how it affects your pride or your game plan.
While it is impossible to prevent concussions in sports, we can all do our part to minimize the risk. Help us keep our players safe!
The information presented on this page comes from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the experts on USA Football’s Football and Wellness Committee.
