Evaluating High School Injuries by Sport

Hey folks, I'm really into sports and I've been wondering - in terms of injuries, are there particular sports that are considered more dangerous in high school? I heard football can be pretty rough but wondering about other sports too. I want to make sure I consider everything before signing up for next year's teams.

Sure, it's smart to take injury risk into account when participating in high school sports. That doesn't mean you should shy away from sports altogether, but understanding the common injuries associated with specific sports can help you prepare and take precautionary measures.

You're right that football often gets a lot of attention for its injury rates, especially related to concussions. According to certain studies, high school football players have a higher risk of sustaining a concussion than college football players. The repetitive nature of heading in soccer can also contribute to an increased risk of concussions.

Other high-contact sports, such as wrestling and ice hockey, can have higher injury rates as well.

Moving away from team sports, individual sports like gymnastics and cheerleading have a high risk of serious injuries, often due to falls and stunts performed without proper safety measures.

Track and field events, particularly hurdling and pole vaulting, can also pose serious injury risk if not done with proper form and safety measures.

Lastly, while it may seem safer, baseball also has significant injury risk, specifically from being hit by a pitch or having a collision if you're an infielder.

Taking preventive actions, such as wearing the correct protective gear and proper conditioning, can reduce the risk of injury in all sports.

Please note that your school or local community may have resources on injury prevention and sports safety. It’s worth checking these out so you’re well-informed as you make your decision.