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Athletic trainers: The unsung heroes who help save lives

Buffalo Bills player Damar Hamlin’s close call has made many take a second look at player safety in all sports, at all levels. Monterey High School’s Zaidyn Ward also collapsed on the football field back in August. In both instances, it was athletic trainers who rose to the occasion quickly to save their lives.

“The coaches called me over immediately, and, obviously, a lot of thoughts went through my head,” said Lacey Mae Steele, an athletic trainer for Lubbock Independent School District (LISD).

Ward had just collapsed on the football field in their post-game huddle. The 14-year-old’s heart stopped, and Steele’s job was to bring him back.

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