of sudden cardiac arrest in male african american basketball players. according to the american heart association, one in 300 young people are at risk for sudden cardiac arrest. approximately 2000 athletes die east ear. ar medical experts believe that that is the tip of the iceberg. she lost her own son sean to cardiac arrest. she now advocates for increased awareness and training around cardiac emergencies. a lot of times, parents assume that their school or their child s sports team is prepared. what i can tell parents is to not assume. make sure. ask. alongside increased heart waiting for young people, she recommends parents also check the schools and sports facilities have workable working aeds or automated