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Board debates concussion policy wording; some directors press for physician-level clearance
Summary
Directors discussed proposed concussion-management language during first reading of policy updates. One board member said only a neurologist or neurosurgeon should clear students to return to play; others said licensed physicians and trained clinicians are acceptable and that practical access and return-to-play safeguards matter.
Board members debated concussion-management language during the policy first read at the Sept. 4 work session, with disagreement over which medical professionals should clear student-athletes to return to participation.
Board member Bill said he would vote against the policy unless a neurologist or neurosurgeon signs…
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