Rest in a shady spot.
	Sip one glass of cool water every 15 minutes until the pain relents.

	Massaging the affected muscles.
	Applying cool, wet cloths to help relax the muscles.

	Have the player lie down in a shady spot and elevate his or her feet.
	Remove the child's shoes, shin guards, and socks.
	Apply cold packs to the armpit and scalp areas.
	Have the player drink water or an electrolyte solution.
	Dampen the player's skin with cool cloths.
	Fan the player to help evaporate excess sweat.

If the player's parents are on hand, have them

	Remove the player's shirt.
	Apply cold packs to the groin area.

If you suspect that a player is suffering from heat stroke

	Call 911 immediately.
	Follow the recommended treatment for heat exhaustion.
	DO NOT attempt to give any liquids.
	Contact the player's parents.

Professional soccer players lose seven and a half pounds of sweat during a game. In order to avoid serious heat-induced conditions, players must drink enough fluids to replace that sweat. Every player should carry his or her own sports bottle to practice, and coaches need to stop for drink breaks every 15 minutes during the summer. Symptoms of dehydration may include

	Dry lips and tongue.
	Sunken eyes.
	Dizziness or a loss of energy.

In addition to staying hydrated, wearing loose-fitting, lightweight clothing in light colors will help keep the body cool. Coaches must remember to conduct shorter, easier practices in the summer.