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Reuters
18-05-2025
- Health
- Reuters
Savy King released from hospital, thankful for life-saving help
May 18 - Angel City FC defender Savy King was released from a Los Angeles hospital on Saturday and was resting at home with her family Sunday as she continues her recovery from heart surgery last Tuesday. King collapsed on the field during a match against the Utah Royals on May 9. Doctors at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center discovered a heart abnormality and performed the surgery. King, 20, said Sunday that she's thankful for the life-saving help and looking forward to returning to soccer during her first public comments since the medical emergency. "I'm still finding the words to express just how much your love and support have meant to me over these past few days," King said in a statement. "What I do know is that I wouldn't be getting through this without my incredible family by my side, my amazing teammates who have shown up for me and prayed for me, the fans, the entire soccer community, and the outstanding medical team here at (Angel City FC) who saved my life and cared for me every step of the way. I know God's got me and I'm looking forward to recovering and getting back out on the field!" Angel City also released a statement Sunday regarding King's situation. "On behalf of Angel City FC and Savy's family, we are so grateful for the expert medical care she received by the world class providers at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in consultation with our medical staff," the team said. "Angel City is prepared to support Savy as she continues her recovery." King collapsed in the 74th minute and medical personnel appeared to be administering cardiopulmonary resuscitation to her on the field. She was carted off the field with an oxygen mask on her face and taken away via ambulance. Players from both teams gathered in a prayer circle, and the match was delayed 10 minutes. There was also criticism that the match resumed at all. In response, NWSL commissioner Jessica Berman said the league will examine its procedures. "Our focus was really on making sure that the player was cared for during the game, and so we were quite relieved and pleased that she had the resources and that Angel City's medical team really managed her care effortlessly and amazingly," Berman told reporters. "All we could do is learn from the experience and conclude that in a future situation, we will ensure that our policies and protocols do not allow the game to continue." King started each of Angel City's eight matches prior to the injury. She has no goals or assists and two yellow cards. The first-ever draft pick (second overall) of expansion Bay FC in 2024, King played 18 matches and made 12 starts last season for the San Jose-based club. She had two assists and one yellow card last year. The Southern California native played for the University of North Carolina before entering the NWSL. She also made numerous appearances for the U.S. youth national under-17 and under-20 teams. --Field Level Media
CNN
14-05-2025
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- CNN
Angel City's Savy King undergoes heart surgery after collapsing during NWSL game
Angel City defender Savy King has undergone successful heart surgery, the club confirmed Tuesday, after she collapsed during a National Women's Soccer League (NWSL) match on Friday. The 20-year-old fell to the ground in the 74th minute of Angel City's game against the Utah Royals and was attended to by medical personnel, who appeared to administer CPR. Around 10 minutes after collapsing, King was stretchered off the field with an oxygen mask on her face with some players visibly distressed. In a statement released on Tuesday night, Angel City said King had been transported to Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles on Saturday. After undergoing tests, it was discovered that King had a heart abnormality and underwent successful surgery to address it. 'She is now resting and recovering surrounded by her family, and her prognosis is excellent,' Angel City said. King's family also released its own statement, thanking the medical staff for their care. 'On behalf of our entire family, along with Savy, we have been so moved by the love and support from Angel City players, staff, fans and community, as well as soccer fans across the country,' they said. 'We are blessed to share Savy is recovering well and we are looking forward to having her home with us soon. 'We want to thank the incredible Angel City medical staff and players who acted swiftly as well as the medical teams that have given her such exceptional care. We will never forget the kindness and care you've shown, our gratitude is endless.' After Friday's game – which Angel City won 2-0 with goals from Christen Press and Alyssa Thompson – both sets of players joined each other in a circle to offer a prayer for King. Although some players appeared affected by King's collapse, the match resumed after King was taken off the field, a decision which was questioned by Utah head coach Jimmy Coenraets. King – who was selected by Bay FC with the second overall pick in the 2024 NWSL draft – has started all eight games for Angel City this season, having joined the club in February. Prior to entering the NWSL, she played for the University of North Carolina and made multiple appearances for the US youth national teams at the under-17 and under-20 levels. CNN's Jamie Barton contributed to this report.
CNN
14-05-2025
- Health
- CNN
Angel City's Savy King undergoes heart surgery after collapsing during NWSL game
Angel City defender Savy King has undergone successful heart surgery, the club confirmed Tuesday, after she collapsed during a National Women's Soccer League (NWSL) match on Friday. The 20-year-old fell to the ground in the 74th minute of Angel City's game against the Utah Royals and was attended to by medical personnel, who appeared to administer CPR. Around 10 minutes after collapsing, King was stretchered off the field with an oxygen mask on her face with some players visibly distressed. In a statement released on Tuesday night, Angel City said King had been transported to Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles on Saturday. After undergoing tests, it was discovered that King had a heart abnormality and underwent successful surgery to address it. 'She is now resting and recovering surrounded by her family, and her prognosis is excellent,' Angel City said. King's family also released its own statement, thanking the medical staff for their care. 'On behalf of our entire family, along with Savy, we have been so moved by the love and support from Angel City players, staff, fans and community, as well as soccer fans across the country,' they said. 'We are blessed to share Savy is recovering well and we are looking forward to having her home with us soon. 'We want to thank the incredible Angel City medical staff and players who acted swiftly as well as the medical teams that have given her such exceptional care. We will never forget the kindness and care you've shown, our gratitude is endless.' After Friday's game – which Angel City won 2-0 with goals from Christen Press and Alyssa Thompson – both sets of players joined each other in a circle to offer a prayer for King. Although some players appeared affected by King's collapse, the match resumed after King was taken off the field, a decision which was questioned by Utah head coach Jimmy Coenraets. King – who was selected by Bay FC with the second overall pick in the 2024 NWSL draft – has started all eight games for Angel City this season, having joined the club in February. Prior to entering the NWSL, she played for the University of North Carolina and made multiple appearances for the US youth national teams at the under-17 and under-20 levels. CNN's Jamie Barton contributed to this report.
Yahoo
14-05-2025
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- Yahoo
Angel City defender King, 20, has heart surgery
Angel City defender Savy King has had successful heart surgery following her collapse during a match against the Utah Royals. The 20-year-old fell to the ground in the 74th minute of the National Women's Soccer League (NWSL) match at the BMO Stadium in Los Angeles on Friday. She left the pitch in a stable condition after receiving lengthy on-field treatment, and was then transported to the California Hospital Medical Centre. Follow-ups discovered a heart abnormality, with King having surgery on Tuesday to "successfully" treat the issue, said Angel City. "She is now resting and recovering surrounded by her family, and her prognosis is excellent," the club said. King's family said: "On behalf of our entire family, along with Savy, we have been so moved by the love and support from Angel City players, staff, fans, and community, as well as soccer fans across the country. "We are blessed to share Savy is recovering well, and we are looking forward to having her home with us soon." Angel City beat Utah Royals 2-0 following a 10-minute delay for her treatment, although the decision to resume was questioned by players on both sides. Get the latest WSL news on our dedicated page
BBC News
14-05-2025
- Health
- BBC News
Angel City defender King, 20, has heart surgery
Angel City defender Savy King has had successful heart surgery following her collapse during a match against the Utah 20-year-old fell to the ground in the 74th minute of the National Women's Soccer League (NWSL) match at the BMO Stadium in Los Angeles on left the pitch in a stable condition after receiving lengthy on-field treatment, and was then transported to the California Hospital Medical discovered a heart abnormality, with King having surgery on Tuesday to "successfully" treat the issue, said Angel City."She is now resting and recovering surrounded by her family, and her prognosis is excellent," the club said. King's family said: "On behalf of our entire family, along with Savy, we have been so moved by the love and support from Angel City players, staff, fans, and community, as well as soccer fans across the country."We are blessed to share Savy is recovering well, and we are looking forward to having her home with us soon."Angel City beat Utah Royals 2-0 following a 10-minute delay for her treatment, although the decision to resume was questioned by players on both and staff from both teams formed a 'prayer circle' in the centre of the pitch after full-time.
