If you suspect a player has a concussion, you should take the following steps:

1. Remove athlete from play, keep him/her supervised, and alert the athlete's parents of the signs and symptoms.   This is required of youth coaches and officials by Minnesota State Law.
2. Ensure athlete is evaluated by an informed health care professional. Do not try to judge the seriousness of the injury yourself.
3. Inform the athlete’s parents of Minnesota Hockey's suggested “Return to Play” guidelines.

Officials are required to remove an athlete from play to be evaluated by an EMT or medical professional if they suspect a player has sustained a concussion or is displaying symptoms of a concussion.