Hermantown’s Megan Danelski (15) and Lyla Abukhodair (11) and Esko-Carlton’s Hillary Anderson (3) take to the air while competing for the ball during game action last year in Hermantown. Female athletes can be more prone to concussion, Dr. Ken Ripp said, because they have longer necks. “It’s that whipping action that’s the problem,” he said, “because the brain sloshes. Girls soccer and hockey need to focus on neck strength.” File Photo
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