A student is seriously injured at an athletic practice. What do you do?

"It depends on the injury, of course. Recently one of our soccer players had an injury on the field, and it was clear they were hurt. After a minute, they wanted to play on, but my coach, according to my guidelines, kept them from playing on until they could be further evaluated. It turned out they had a torn ACL. So we sent them to receive treatment as was appropriate. Safety first. Play on another day, not today."

"I tell my coaches we're in it for the long game. When you push your athletes to their limits, teach them how to know their limits. In the event of serious injury, taking care of that player is your number one concern. Fail in that regard, and you fail your whole team."

Describe your efforts to ensure all safeguards are in place for your students and your coordination efforts to ensure all of your coaches, athletes, and parents are on board and fully versed on the protocols you have put into place. Break down the preventative measures you put into place, including education about nutrition and hydration and routine physical examinations. Then share your response protocol to any injury or emergency.