Issues connected to a Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA) can’t be detected in a standard physical conducted on high school student athletes. The importance of heart screenings for high school athletes has been recognized by Lamesa ISD and district RN, Steve Ruiz. “Student safety is important to us, and we want to help prevent any issues so that our students can perform to the best of their ability,” Ruiz said. Tuesday, July 28 from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., Lamesa ISD is offering free ECG screenings at the high school cafeteria. 9-12th grade students that are planning to participate in any high school sports,