A tragic incident has occurred at South East High School in Los Angeles, as a student who was injured during a junior varsity football game against Maywood Center for Enriched Studies has passed away. The student, whose name has not been released, required medical assistance after a tackle on the sidelines during the game on Aug. 23. The cause of death has not been specified, and it is unclear if the death was football-related.
Principal Eric Jaimes expressed his deepest condolences in a message to the school community, offering support and privacy for those impacted. Crisis counselors are available to students during this difficult time.
This incident brings attention to the risks involved in football, as the National Center for Catastrophic Sport Injury reported 16 deaths among youth league, middle school, high school, and collegiate football players last year, with some being directly or indirectly related to the sport. The importance of having medical professionals present at all football games is emphasized, as two staff members attended to the injured student at the game.
This unfortunate event serves as a reminder of the potential dangers of playing contact sports and the importance of safety measures and support systems in place to prevent such tragedies. The school community mourns the loss of the student and extends heartfelt condolences to the family and friends affected by this devastating loss.
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