Tag Archives: high school

Life of Coach Saved with AED

November 6, 2018

by Doyice Cotten

The Longview News-Journal recently reported on life-saving measures taken by quick-reacting athletes and trainers when the track and field coach collapsed on the field. Once again, quick thinking, coupled with the availability of an AED,

Football Drill Death Illustrates the Need for Better Risk Management

October 24, 2017

By Doyice Cotten

Mileto and dozens of other players were taking part in a summer football camp on school grounds that was run by the Sachem East coaches and funded by a boosters group, the Sachem East Touchdown Club.

Hydration of Athletes — “Under-hydration and Over-hydration Creates Risk!”

September 2, 2014

By Doyice Cotten

Each Summer and Fall in the deep South, coaches and athletes repeatedly hear “stay hydrated.” As football practices begin in August with the high Southern humidity and the temperatures running 90, 95, and even higher,