Local 23: Vela HS football coach saves player from choking
By: Jesse Mendez
September 1, 2022
Coach Joseph Cantu stopped a player choking on his mouthpiece, article has statements from staff that athletic trainer Jaime Tovar’s training helped Coach Cantu act quickly
“I’d personally like to thank ECISD for training us for situations like these and thank our athletic trainer Jaime Tovar for enforcing mandatory additional training twice a year.” – Principal Michele Peña
“I’m grateful for those requirements, because it not only saved a life, but it allowed Angel to continue doing what he loves doing, playing football.” – Coach Joseph Cantu
