Maximus:

Should we also do away with the playoffs in football and basketball to avoid injuries to the participants?

It is most unfortunate, however injuries are part of LIFE, and may occur at any time.

My oldest son continued to participate last year with a serious rotator injury, incurred at the Augusta Invitational the first week of January. He did not qualify for state, losing at regionals in the consolation semifinals, and the experience has provided more determination this season.