During a Virginia high school relay race, Kaelen Tucker was struck in the head by a baton, resulting in a concussion. The incident, captured on video, raised concerns as the other runner did not stop to check on Tucker afterward. Kaelen's parents are seeking apologies from the athlete and her coaches. The Virginia High School League has initiated an investigation to ensure a safe competition environment.
"I just felt a bang on my head, and then I fell off the track immediately," Tucker said.
"The whole coliseum pretty much gasped," said Tamarro Tucker, Kaelen's mother.
"To see that they kept running and she not stop and check on my daughter. That was the part I was like, it couldn't have been an accident," Tamarro Tucker said.
"I definitely want the coaches and a personal apology from the actual athlete as well, because it's only you know, it's only right," said Keith Tucker, Kaelen's dad.
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