Sports Medicine

Sports Medicine Advisory Committee (SMAC)

Formed in the mid 1980's the Sports Medicine Advisory Committee works closely with the VHSL membership to provide the healthiest and safest environment for all VHSL sponsored events. The committee is comprised of individuals with wide ranging medical, athletic and educational expertise.


Mission Statement

The Sports Medicine Advisory Committee shall advise the VHSL concerning sports medicine issues as they relate to programs and services of the VHSL. It will monitor and disseminate current information to the VHSL for its membership relative to the sports medicine field. Through this committee, the VHSL will work to educate its constituency concerning sports medicine issues. The committee will proactively address health and risk management issues of general concern to the VHSL membership.

 

Sports Medicine Advisory Committee's Areas of Involvement

Athletic Trainers

Supplements and Drug Testing

Heat and Hydration

Infectious Disease

Sports Injury and Prevention

Wrestling Weight Control and Skin Conditions

Athletic Participation/Parent Consent/Physical Examination Form