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NWSL Commissioner: Lessons Have Been Learned From on-Field Medical Crises

The NWSL revised its medical emergency protocols after postponing a match when Savannah DeMelo collapsed, marking the second such incident this season and highlighting improved league preparedness.

  • NWSL Commissioner Jessica Berman stated the league learned from recent experiences regarding on-field medical issues, including a medical emergency involving Savannah DeMelo, who collapsed during a match and was hospitalized after treatment on the field.
  • Following the incident, the match was postponed, which contrasted earlier decisions where matches continued despite medical emergencies.
  • Berman emphasized that the decision to postpone the game was obvious and explained the league's new protocols for handling medical emergencies, including a streamlined decision-making process to improve responses to such situations.
  • DeMelo, who is recovering and eagerly awaiting test results, was described as 'stable and alert' after her hospitalization.
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NWSL commissioner says lessons have been learned from on-field medical crises

National Women’s Soccer League Commissioner Jessica Berman said the league has learned from experience about how to better deal with on-field medical issues, like the recent collapse of a Racing Louisville player during a match in Seattle.

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