Joplin R-8 officials wrestling with whether to postpone Friday game following death of sophomore football player

During a news conference Wednesday, Joplin R-8 Superintendent Melinda Moss said district officials have discussed whether Friday night's football game at Webb City should be postponed following the death of Joplin High School sophomore football player Kadin Roberts-Day.

"That question has been asked, should we play Friday or should we not. We're still wrestling with that decision," Moss said.

Roberts-Day died after going into cardiac arrest during an indoor practice, Moss said. The practiee was held indoors to avoid any heat-related situations.

Moss said counseling services will be available to students and staff.

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