34 NCAA student athletes have died of heat related injuries or illnesses since 2000.
146 student athletes have died between 2015 and January 2023.
Approximately 84% of student athlete deaths were at the high school level.
Confidence, Courage, and Self-Advocacy for Life
The KOBY Curriculum is a research-based 10-session program designed to empower student athletes with the critical skills of confidence, courage, and self-advocacy that extend beyond the sports field and prepare them for success in all aspects of life. Rooted in the real-life lessons learned from the tragic loss of Jordan McNair, this program was developed to ensure that no athlete ever feels voiceless in the face of challenging situations, whether in sports or life.
The Jordan McNair Foundation’s goal is to diminish the number of heat related deaths that occur in student athletes. The foundation also sponsors programs aimed at community involvement and engagement.
Watch our series on youth sports safety, featuring speakers from our partner organizations.
