A Coach’s Role in Health and Safety When Traveling with a Team

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Abstract Coaches serve in a unique role to oversee health and safety with their athletes especially when traveling with the team to sporting events. If there is no athletic trainer to take charge in prevention or management of injuries, the coach will need to assume that role. Coaches should understand the importance of their role and know how to implement five key items when working and traveling with athletes. The five key items will be discussed in this column to provide coach’s applicable tips to promote overall health and safety of athletes.