All varsity athletes will be given a baseline ImPACT test prior to competition. Returning student-athletes, who have not completed the baseline ImPACT test, will be required to before the first day of competition. The baseline ImPACT test will be updated every two years for each student-athlete. This baseline testing will be used as a reference point when evaluating the student-athlete recovery from a head injury. In any circumstance where a concussion is suspected in a student-athlete, the first priority is to remove the student-athlete from further competition until a thorough sideline evaluation can be performed. If the student-athlete is asymptomatic they may be allowed to continue participation if symptoms do not occur following return to play. If the studentathlete fails any portion of the sideline evaluation they must be disqualified from practice/competition immediately. Referral to the team physician for further evaluation will occur following the concussion. Return to play decisions following a concussion will be a collaborative effort between both the team physician and the Athletic Trainer using the ImPACT test and a gradual return to play protocol.
Updated June 2022
