Hopefully this will be the scariest situation we see all season, because it doesn't get much worse than this.
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In a game on Thursday against Tennessee Tech, Wofford linebacker Michael Roach collapsed on the sideline and reportedly required medical attention.
Wofford player Michael Roach went down on sideline and needed emergency help. They stripped him to bare chest, pumped his heart. Oh, no.
— Spartanburg Herald-Journal (@TerrierTracker) September 2, 2016
In all seriousness #VolNation, pray for Michael Roach from Wofford. He was given CPR after going down on a play vs Tennessee Tech.
— Coach Alexander (@coreyralexander) September 2, 2016
Terrible story of a player collapse and needing defib at #Wofford. Prayers for the best.
— Joey Powell (@Joey_Powell) September 2, 2016
Roach was taken by ambulance away from the field, as both teams came together at midfield to pray.
Both Tennessee Tech and Wofford teams and coaches gathered at midfield praying. pic.twitter.com/JzHpbqFyzo
— Michael Detwiler (@cookevillewxguy) September 2, 2016
Thankfully, it was later reported that Roach was alert and breathing on his way to the hospital.
(1/2) Wofford's Michael Roach collapsed in the bench area. He was cared for on the field and transported to a local hospital.
— Wofford Terriers (@WoffordTerriers) September 2, 2016
(2/2) - He was alert on the ride to the hospital. Further details will be provided after the game.
— Wofford Terriers (@WoffordTerriers) September 2, 2016
Following story: Wofford football player Michael Roach collapsed on sidelines and needed chest compressions. He's at hospital, responsive.
— WCBD News 2 | Count on 2 (@WCBD) September 2, 2016
Wofford player-Announcement on P.A. that Roach was answering questions in ambulance. Huge cheer. Then an announcement to keep him in prayers
— TigerFanForum (@TigerFanForum) September 2, 2016
There are no reports yet on what may have caused Roach to collapse. For now, though, we can gladly report that he alive, which is a damn good thing to report in a situation that looked very bleak on the field.
