(12-2-24) On Thanksgiving day during the game between Sharon (Mass) and Oliver Ames High Schools, Sharon’s Sophomore Rohan Shukla, who plays safety, suffered a traumatic head injury during a play…he then collapsed on the sidelines.

Trainers, coaches, and emergency personnel responded immediately to Shukla, prompting a termination of play with Oliver Ames leading 21-0.

Shukla was taken to Good Samaritan Hospital in Brockton and then transferred to Massachusetts General Hospital, where he is currently being treated.

After donations of almost $26,000 the go fund me donations have been turned off at the request from Rohan’s family. Thank you to everyone who donated and for now just keep Rohan in your thoughts and prayers.

Sharon’s Athletic Director Mike Vitelli

“Our thoughts and prayers are going out to Rohan, his parents Abhishek and Deepika, and his twin brother Naman during this incredibly difficult time. While offering our heartfelt support, we respect the family’s privacy and consideration. As we learn more about Rohan’s condition, we will share it with our concerned community as appropriate.”

Sharon High School football player hospitalized with brain injury

NBC10 Boston

Chris Nowinski has been studying concussions for 15 years and is a national expert on traumatic brain injuries told WCVB 5 –

“There is always chance for recovery and I’ve met young people who have had full recovery after spending time in the hospital with brain bleed or swelling. I wish the best for that young man. I hope he has a positive outcome. I know he is with the best people in brain injury at Mass General.”