reply to post by CherubBaby
Well it's probably more of a matter of him wanting to continue to play sports, not being able to fully understand the risks, because of his age, and
ignore those he does understand because of his religion. In this case, as a matter of safety, he should have to make a choice, either hydrate and
play, or warm the bench until your fast is over.
As a non religious person this is easy for me to say, but I've personally seen a friend die, needlessly, because getting a transfusion was against his
religion. When the matter relates to safety, someone should step in.
We have helmet bylaws in my city requiring anyone on a bicycle to wear a helmet, as a matter of safety. Sure, the person might say it's their choice,
and the nanny state shouldn't have a say, but some of these people in their lifetime will be saved by that device, even if they were forced to use
it.
The child might think he has a right to play, but if he can't assess the risk himself, someone else should be able to, in this case, the coach. The
coach should sideline the kid, much like he would for an injury, until it is SAFE for him to play.
Fasting, and playing football or any sport really, in the hot sun, is a recipe for danger, and by the time you feel heat stroke coming on, it's too
late.
As someone mentioned while i was editing, the kids sign a waiver, sure, they sure do, and guess what else? If there is a medical condition that puts
the child at risk, even a minor one, they can't play. The kid could sign a waiver saying he understands the risks to clear the school of any possible
lawsuits.
But just hold up and think about this.
Is it worth this kids LIFE to make a stand for a matter of principle, and perceived discrimination?
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