BATON ROUGE, La. (BRPOUD) — An East Ascension High School football player was transported to a local hospital after suffering a medical emergency during a football game, according to school officials. Ascension Parish Public Schools officials said the emergency happened during a freshman game between East Ascension High School and St. Amant High School. School officials stated that the freshman game would be paused and then called due to the emergency. The junior varsity game that was scheduled after the freshman game concluded was canceled, according to school officials. No further details were provided at this time. This is a developing story. "During the freshman football game between East Ascension High School and St. Amant High School, an East Ascension player experienced a medical emergency. Thanks to the quick actions of our coaches and athletic trainers, immediate care was provided until medical personnel arrived, and the student was transported for further treatment. "Following the incident, the remainder of the freshman game was called, and the JV game scheduled afterward was canceled. Out of respect for the student’s privacy, we will not share further details about the medical emergency. "We are incredibly proud of how everyone rallied around this young man during a difficult time. In true Ascension spirit, our community came together with care and support. We will continue to support the student and his family as he recovers from this incident. Edith Walker, Ascension Parish Public Schools superintendent Louisiana man accused of breaking into vehicles in Iberville Parish arrested Latest News Titan tragedy could have been prevented, ex-employee testifies East Ascension football player taken to hospital after medical emergency during game Southern University football's defense looks to bounce back against Prairie View A&M Superbugs could kill 40 million people by 2050, study estimates SEE IT: Dashcam shows 8-year-old driving to Target