Joshua's injury

Joshua was injured during his game on Sat. morning. It was the second play of the game at scrimmage. Watkins Mill turned the ball over and the player blew through two tackle attempts before he came up against Josh. Joshua says that as they hit, he tried to right his balance when his leg buckled and he fell. He heard a pop and felt a bolt of pain.

The medics carried him to the bench, iced his knee and recommended to the coaches that an abulance be called. They wanted to make sure that Josh's leg was kept completely straight and felt that transporting by car was not a good option.

Within about 15 minutes the ambulance arrived. Josh was still in quite a bit of pain and was upset about missing the game. At one point he mentioned that he wished it was the 3rd or 4th quarter so he didn't have to miss playing.

I rode in the ambulance with Josh and Steve met us at the hospital. While there, the doctor examined him and took x rays which showed no damage to Josh's knee. Thank God! However, where his pain is located suggests trauma to his tendons or ligaments. We have been referred to an orthopedic and I will be making an appointment tomorrow.

In the meantime, Joshua's leg is in a brace and he is on crutches. Pain meds keep him comfortable and his spirits are good. He is hoping to be able to play in Thurs. game...never one to admit defeat, but we've all agreed to wait and see what the Doctor decides.

The coaches, both JV and Varsity have been extremely supportive and helpful. Joshua's attitude is good (did we ever doubt?) and he can't wait to get out and play again. School should prove interesting for him as the crutches slow him down considerably, but Hannah has assured me that he has plenty of girl-friends who will be happy to help him out.

I'll post updates as I get them.