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Coach Revived After Cardiac Arrest Advocates for CPR Training

6/17/2025

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During a youth soccer match in Wilson, New York, 45-year-old coach Andrew Pihlblad suffered a cardiac arrest. Thanks to quick-thinking spectators who administered CPR and used an AED, he was revived within 10 minutes. Now recovering at home, Pihlblad passionately advocates for CPR training and the availability of emergency equipment to save lives.

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During a youth soccer match in Wilson, New York, 45-year-old coach Andrew Pihlblad suffered a cardiac arrest. Thanks to quick-thinking spectators who administered CPR and used an AED, he was revived within 10 minutes. Now recovering at home, Pihlblad passionately advocates for CPR training and the availability of emergency equipment to save lives.