Estimated read time: Less than a minute
This archived news story is available only for your personal, non-commercial use. Information in the story may be outdated or superseded by additional information. Reading or replaying the story in its archived form does not constitute a republication of the story.
CHICAGO (AP) — The Illinois High School Association has responded to a new class-action lawsuit alleging the governing body hasn't done enough to protect football players from concussions.
An attorney filed the suit Saturday on behalf of former high school quarterback Daniel Bukal in Cook County Circuit Court.
In an e-mailed statement, IHSA Executive Director Marty Hickman said he wanted to keep the spotlight Saturday on the last football playoff finals. He says IHSA will review the suit and comment more fully when appropriate.
But he did add concussion management is a top IHSA priority. And he says it'll "continue to be a leader" in reducing head-injury risks.
Bukal suffered concussions playing at Notre Dame College Prep in Niles until 2003. The suit says he still suffers frequent migraines and some memory loss.
Copyright © The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.
