Teen recovering after going into cardiac arrest during track meet, Huntley officials say

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Teen recovering after going into cardiac arrest during track meet, Huntley officials say
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A 16-year-old went into cardiac arrest at a high school track Monday, fire officials said.

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 5:19PMA 16-year-old went into cardiac arrest at a high school track Monday, Huntley Fire Protection District said. Paramedics were dispatched to Huntley High School after a 911 caller said someone went into cardiac arrest at the track at about 7:20 p.m. Principal Marcus Belin said the incident happened during a the freshman/sophomore boys FVC track meet.

Principal Belin said the boy was from another school. They used an Automated External Defibrillator, also known as an AED, while they waited for paramedics to arrive. No other information was available.

School nurse, coach hailed as heroes after reviving boy who collapsed during basketball game Principal Belin praised Huntley High athletic trainers for their response: "Last night, they did what they were trained to do, but more importantly, they showed what it means to stay calm, focused, and composed in a life-changing moment. Their immediate actions, professionalism, teamwork, and ability to respond under pressure helped save a young man's life tonight. "

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