Unconscious player RTP

[Raymond]

The word "unconscious" is not in the rule or case book. It may be in the manual but I'm not running upstairs to pull it out my bag at the moment.

What is in the book is concussion. It doesn't say it has to be written authorization, just clearance from medical personnel. And it is actually not our responsibility to ensure it happens, that falls entirely on the coach.

2.8.5 SITUATION:

A1 and B1 hit heads in diving for a loose ball and both appear injured. However, A1 is immediately removed from the game by the officials as he/she is exhibiting signs consistent with a concussion. Later in the game, A1 reports to the scorer's table to reenter the contest.

RULING: The rules permit A1 to return to the game once he/she has been cleared by an appropriate health-care professional. The responsibility for obtaining that clearance rests with the coach/school, and need not be verified by the officials (unless state procedures require verification). If A1 appears at the scorer's table to reenter the game, the officials shall assume the coach/school followed the appropriate return-to-play procedures and A1 is eligible to participate.