Grassroots player welfare is concern

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ON Saturday I went to watch a local grassroots friendly game. I left an enjoyable game, concerned about the welfare of the players.
There appeared to be no medical presence at the game, only the home team coach, saying he had a bag but was not a physio.
There were at least three examples of injuries that needed proper attention. One player told the coach he couldn’t move his neck but still went on to play. Another had what looked a serious ankle inju...

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