Overview

• Cohen Craddock, 13, died from brain injuries sustained during a football practice collision.
• His father advocates for increased safety measures, including soft-shell helmet covers known as Guardian Caps.
• Two other teenage football players, one in Alabama, also died from football-related injuries this month.
• The community and school are providing mental health support to students and staff affected by the tragedy.
• National data shows 16 young football players died in 2023, with various causes including traumatic brain injuries and heat stroke.