Concussion info

Nobody wants to see an athlete injured while playing a sport. Although super rare, sometimes things happen and we have a plan in place to keep the athletes as healthy and safe moving forward. We base our concussion plan on the Centers of Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) most recent posted concussion guidelines. We also cross reference the IHSA's (Illinois High School Association) guidelines for deeper local guidance. 

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TAp 3v3 Concussion Policy

We make sure to have information on our website and at event locations to educate parents, guardians, players, and referees about the risks and symptoms of concussions, as well as our return-to-play protocols. Additionally, all Site Directors are required to complete concussion training.

 

Any athlete displaying signs or symptoms of a concussion—such as loss of consciousness, headache, dizziness, confusion, or balance issues—will be immediately removed from the game and may not return until cleared by a qualified healthcare professional with experience in concussion management.

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For the Parents & Guardians

 

Brain 101: What's a Concussion?  Watch this with your athlete. 

 

What should you do if you suspect your child has a concussion?

1. Get medical attention immediately.

2. Keep your child out of play. They should not return to any activity until a healthcare professional gives clearance. Returning too soon increases the risk of a second, more serious concussion.

3. If your child participates in a sport with a coach, inform the coach about any recent concussions your child has had.

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For the athletes

Brain 101: What's a Concussion?  Watch this with your parents or guardians.

 

What should you do if you think you have had a concussion?

1. Inform your parents or coach if you have one. Never dismiss a hit to the head, even if you feel okay.

2. Visit a doctor for an evaluation. Only a healthcare professional can confirm if you have a concussion and let you know when it's safe to return to play.

3. Allow yourself time to recover. Your brain needs proper rest to heal fully.

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For the site Directors & staff

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All Concussions or potential Concussions are to be taken serious.  

To help recognize a concussion, you should watch for the following three things among athletes:

1. A forceful blow to the head or body that results in rapid movement of the head or sharp neck jolt. 
2. Any change in the athlete’s behavior, thinking, or physical functioning.

3. If there is a big collision and athlete is surprisingly calm or dazed immediately afterwards. 

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our Return-to-play policy

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If an athlete is removed from play because they are showing signs or symptoms of a concussion, we require that they receive written authorization that's signed by the parent/guardian that gives the athlete the ok to play again. We highly suggest that they get an authorization from a medical professional to return to play. Parents/Guardians must provide the signed authorization to the site director upon arrival to the games. 

Return to Play Form: Here is a sample form that you can download, fill out/sign, and return to us. 

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