Mohawk Valley Chapter of Certified Football Officials

On Tuesday, August 22, 2017, Mr. Ray Ciancaglini (left), addressed our officials concerning the importance of recognizing the symptoms of a concussion/head injury in the athletes we officiate as well as the need to get them immediate medical attention. Pictured with Ray is Dr.  Pat Cardinale (right), MVCCFO Commissioner of Assignments. Among many other accomplishments, Ray is a former middle-weight contender. Ray’s mission is to tell his story of the mistakes he made not properly addressing a concussion and the lifelong consequences he suffered as a result. Ray's goal is to raise awareness, offer support, and encourage young people to be honest with care givers instead of playing through a head injury. Ray hopes, through his talks, that student athletes will understand the importance of addressing a concussion correctly and promptly. He encourages student athletes to be honest with symptoms and advocates following school or sport program protocols and doctor’s orders to ensure a safe return to play. The MVCCFO officials wish to thank Ray for spending time with us and for everything he does to address safety in athletic competion. For more on Ray and his mission, please visit his website at www.thesecondimpact.com.