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Savy King Thanks Medical Team for Saving Her Life After Collapse on the Field

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Savy King, the 20-year-old defender of Angel City FC, has expressed her gratitude to the medical team for saving her life after a recent on-field collapse during a match against the Utah Royals on May 9. King collapsed in the 74th minute of the game, which led to a 16-minute delay, and was later taken to Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, where doctors discovered a heart abnormality. Despite the incident, King is optimistic about her recovery and looks forward to returning to the field.

Key Takeaways:

  • Savy King, a 20-year-old defender for Angel City FC, collapsed on the field during a match against the Utah Royals on May 9 after discovering a heart abnormality.
  • King received immediate care at California Hospital Medical Center and was later admitted to Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, where she underwent surgery.
  • The medical team at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, in consultation with Angel City's medical staff, provided expert care that saved King's life.
  • Angel City FC praised the medical team for their efforts and has announced that they will be supporting King during her recovery.
  • King expressed her gratitude to her family, teammates, fans, and the medical team on social media, saying she wouldn't be recovering without their love and support.
  • King also shared photos of herself from a hospital bed, holding a heart pillow, showcasing her positive attitude towards her recovery.
  • The incident led to criticism of the National Women's Soccer League, with league officials later stating that the game should not have continued after King's collapse.

Statistics:

  • 16-minute delay in the game after King's collapse
  • 20 years old: the age of Savy King, the Angel City FC defender
  • 2-0: the score of Angel City's win over the Utah Royals on May 9
  • 74th minute: the minute in which King collapsed on the field
  • 2-0: the score of Bay FC's win over Angel City on Saturday in San Jose, Calif.
  • 10 p.m. EDT: the time of Angel City's match against Racing Louisville on Saturday in Los Angeles

Sources:

  • "Savy King, 20, released from hospital after collapse on the field." UPI, May 19.
  • "Angel City FC statement on Savy King's recovery." Angel City FC, May 19.

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