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YOUR VOICE A SURVEY OF COACH AND ATHLETIC DIRECTOR READERS YOUR VOICE A SURVEY OF COACH AND ATHLETIC DIRECTOR READERS Is your program equipped to protect athletes? This fall, the University of Michigan football program drew criticism after quarterback Shane Morris took a nasty blow to the head, left the game for a short time and was reinserted into the game after being reviewed by doctors. It was later revealed he suffered a concussion, prompting many people to ask why he was put back on the field. The incident resulted in many fans and students calling for the jobs of head coach Brady Hoke and Athletic Director Dave Brandon. Concussions deserve serious attention, but many high schools are still not adequately prepared to evaluate or treat athletes who suffer head injuries. Coach and Athletic Director surveyed more than 700 readers about concussions in sports. Here are the results along with some of their responses. fault for the reason there are tons of trainers and physicians on the sidelines. Poor the medical "If this is a first time incident, a review of policies and procedures appropriate. If this is an ongoing sort Coach Brady Hoke Athletic Director Dave Brandon Athletic Trainers Nobody: The situation was handled correctly 100% 80% 60% 40% 20% 0% 57.0% 11.5% 81.4% 4.2% Suspension 37.0% Fine 8.1% Nothing 15.0% Other 32.5% They should be fired 7.4%

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