SC State player Ty Solomon today (Sunday) with the EMTs who got his heart started after yesterday's cardiac arrest at the game with NC State.
"I am very thankful to have had this group of guys in my life. I’m feeling blessed these guys literally saved my life using CPR such a blessing and perfect timing thank you guys again."
It was during a stoppage of play and both teams were huddled at their benches when the SC State kid just collapsed.
You knew immediately it was bad because in an instant there was frantic activity. And moments later the PA announced that any Doctors in attendance were needed at the SC State bench. At the same time the serious medical equipment was wheeled onto the court in a rush.
It's a very emotional and helpless feeling when you can't do anything and just have to sit helplessly and watch while they try to resuscitate a young man - kid, really.
After he was revived and taken to Rex Hospital, both teams went to their locker rooms to wait.
Obviously the game was going to be ended.
But, SC State wanted to wait and see how their player was doing. The entire arena essentially sat quietly and waited - and when it was learned the player was responding well - SC State wanted to continue the game.
Strong work by Wake County EMS! - Thanks folks. Awesome response, knowledge, training and professionalism that brought this kid back.
Grateful - but overall, I'll be fine with never seeing anything like this again.
