Athletes should be the first priority in the minds of the sports organizations. If an athlete is suspected of having a concussion, they should make that athlete go see a medical professional that will clear them after they are healthy. The athlete’s team and coach should be understanding and should allow the athlete to rest. Athletes should also get equipment tailored to their needs to protect them as much as possible. This does not mean that the rules should be changed to the point where the game is not a game. Policies should be changed, however, to ensure the athlete’s safety and well-being. After all, sports would not be anything without the athlete participating in
Athletes should be the first priority in the minds of the sports organizations. If an athlete is suspected of having a concussion, they should make that athlete go see a medical professional that will clear them after they are healthy. The athlete’s team and coach should be understanding and should allow the athlete to rest. Athletes should also get equipment tailored to their needs to protect them as much as possible. This does not mean that the rules should be changed to the point where the game is not a game. Policies should be changed, however, to ensure the athlete’s safety and well-being. After all, sports would not be anything without the athlete participating in