Join me for a powerful and heartfelt conversation with Marty McNair, father of Jordan McNair and co‑founder of the Jordan McNair Foundation. In this interview, Marty shares how a personal tragedy transformed into a mission to save lives through athlete safety advocacy.🔥 What You'll Discover:The tragic story of how Jordan McNair died from a preventable heatstroke in May 2018, and how it sparked the creation of the Foundation in June 2018 .Marty’s journey from grieving father to national voice for student‑athlete safety, mental health awareness, and parental advocacy.How the Foundation educates parents, coaches, and young athletes about the early warning signs of heat‑related illness, and promotes prevention across youth, high school, and collegiate sports Insights into legislative efforts like the Safe & Fair Play Act, and how systemic change is being pursued through advocacy and policy.Practical advice for families: key safety questions to ask, recognizing symptoms, and building emergency action plans.✅ Why This Interview MattersWith over 146 student‑athlete heat fatalities between 2000 and early 2023, mostly at the high school level, the Foundation’s work is critical in preventing future tragedies Marty’s message is both hopeful and urgent—this is not just one father’s story, but a call to action for parents, coaches, and institutions everywhere.📌 Remember to:👍 Like the video if you’re moved by Marty’s mission💬 Comment below with your thoughts or questions whether from personal experience or those involved in youth sports🔔 Subscribe and hit the notification bell to stay updated on more interviews, education resources, and advocacy efforts from the Foundation📚 Learn & SupportVisit The Jordan McNair Foundation to access free guides for parents and coaches, explore educational programs, and discover ways to get involved: “Can My Child Play?”, TeamSafe Sports App, Cold Therapy and Heat Illness training resources.Explore Marty’s books:Can My Child Play? The Questions We Should Have AskedThe 5th Quarter: A Parent’s Guide to Preparing Student‑Athletes for Life Beyond the Game — offering deeper insight into preparing families for the emotional, safety, and transition challenges around sports.📣 Let’s Make a DifferenceMarty’s story shows that one life lost is one too many, and his work reminds us all how one family turned unimaginable grief into a powerful movement. If you care about athlete safety or want to protect young people in sports, this interview is for you.Watch now and empower yourself with the knowledge to ask the right questions because when it comes to heat safety, preparation saves lives.