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Please see the attached link for details:

http://www.cdc.gov/concussion/HeadsUp/youth.html 

It’s better to miss one game than the whole season.

If you think your athlete has sustained a concussion… take him/her out of play, and seek the advice of a health care professional experienced in evaluating for concussion. 

THE FACTS
A concussion is a brain injury.
All concussions are serious.
Concussions can occur without loss of consciousness.
Concussions can occur in any sport.
Recognition and proper management of concussions when they first occur can help prevent further injury or even death.

SIGNS OBSERVED BY COACHING STAFF SYMPTOMS REPORTED BY ATHLETE
Appears dazed or stunned
Headache or "pressure" in head
Is confused about assignment
Nausea or vomiting or position
Balance problems or dizziness
Forgets sports plays
Double or blurry vision
Is unsure of game, score, or opponent
Sensitivity to light
Moves clumsily
Sensitivity to noise
Answers questions slowly
Feeling sluggish, hazy, foggy,
Loses consciousness (even briefly) or groggy
Shows behavior or personality
Concentration or memory problems changes
Confusion
Can’t recall events prior to hit or fall
Does not "feel right"
Can’t recall events after hit or fall