Burke County Football Coach Collapses During Away Game
Burke County’s head football coach collapsed during a game versus Wayne County in Savannah yesterday. School officials say Coach Eric Parker was rushed to a nearby hospital in Savannah where…
Burke County Football Coach Eric Parker Collapses During Game
Burke County's head football coach collapsed during a game versus Wayne County in Savannah yesterday.
School officials say Coach Eric Parker was rushed to a nearby hospital in Savannah where he is reported to be in stable condition in the intensive care unit. There's no word on what caused him to collapse or how long he is expected to remain hospitalized.
The game was delayed for about 30 minutes, but the Burke County Bears went on to lose the game in overtime, 17-16.
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