Health Question

CITIGUY10+ posts

My sons H.S. tryouts start Monday. He just got over being sick for 2 weeks with a very bad upper respiratory infection. He has been cleared by his doctors to play. However, he is still not at 100%.
My question is, should I inform his coach. I don't want them to think that he's out of shape or not trying to get his running in. Your suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!

3/2/1110:18 AM

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J H5,000+ posts

No, you shouldn't inform the coach. If his skills will not be 100% due to his infection, HE should inform the coach. Coaches usually respect the maturity of kids that come to them directly instead of through a third-party like a parent.

3/2/1110:57 AM

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trojan-skipper1,000+ posts

As a coach I do want to know this information.
I would prefer to get it from 1) the player 2) the school nurse, 3) the parent in that order.
However, getting the info is way more important than whom I get the info from.

That's just me. Our nurse at school does a fantastic job communicating with our coaching staff on who is dealing with health issues...

3/2/1111:06 AM

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24&34Dad10+ posts

My sons high school coach is fine hearing from the player or the athletic training staff. Does not really want to hear from parents. Our HS has a great head trainer and both of my sons have sought out her advice for issues like the one you raise.

3/2/112:23 PM

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