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Football Player Injured, Threatened After Practice Incident
8 Feb
Summary
- A freshman football player was seriously injured during an unauthorized off-season drill.
- The teen sustained a head injury and broken wrist after falling during practice.
- Following the injury, the student received threats from peers, leading to police involvement.
A serious injury occurred last Monday during an off-season football drill at Valparaiso High School, involving a 15-year-old freshman player. The incident happened when the student's head struck the ground, resulting in a severe concussion and a broken wrist.
The family states that the practice was not authorized for full-contact drills and that players were not wearing helmets at the time. The teen's father reported that his son's condition worsened, experiencing symptoms like dizziness, slurred speech, vision static, and significant brain fog.
Adding to the distress, the injured student began receiving threats from other students at the school, reportedly due to his complaints about coaching supervision. These threats escalated to a point where the family felt compelled to contact the police.
Valparaiso High School has stated that player health and safety are paramount and that protocols are in place for injury assessment. Despite this, the family has hired an attorney and intends to file a lawsuit against the school.
