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Military member hurt in fall from rafters during UTSA pregame rappel

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Military member hurt in fall from rafters during UTSA pregame rappel

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Military Member Hospitalized After Fall During UTSA Pregame Rappel

A military service member was taken to the hospital following a fall during a pregame demonstration at the Alamodome ahead of UTSA's football match against Navy on Saturday.

The incident occurred when the individual was attempting to rappel from the rafters. Unfortunately, the individual experienced a fall, resulting in injuries that necessitated medical attention.

No further details about the extent of the injuries or the service member's condition have been disclosed. The UTSA Roadrunners went on to play Navy in the scheduled football game.

  • A military service member was injured
  • Fall occurred during a pregame demonstration at the Alamodome
  • UTSA's football game against Navy took place as scheduled

"The safety of all participants is our utmost priority," said UTSA Athletics Director, John Corbett. "We are providing support to the individual and will conduct a thorough review of the incident."

UTSA Athletics Director, John Corbett, expressed the organization's prioritization of safety for all involved parties. The individual affected is receiving assistance, and a comprehensive examination of the incident will be conducted.

<small>Source: ESPN — read the original story there.</small>

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