We built smith ems because event medical coverage wasn’t good enough

Too many events rely on passive, unprepared medics—until something goes wrong. We saw it firsthand and decided to fix it.

Most events rely on medical coverage that isn’t built for real situations.

And when something happens, you feel it immediately.

THE REALITY AT MANY EVENTS:

Medics who aren’t fully prepared

Not trained for the environment or the demands of live sports.

Slow response when it matters

Delays that can turn a minor situation into a major problem.

Little understanding of the sport

Missed context. Missed plays. Missed opportunities to prevent.

Event staff stepping in to handle it themselves

Putting more on your plate when you already have enough.

SMITH EMS MEDICS:

RESPONSE-READY

SPORT-AWARE

ALWAYS SHOW UP

We built Smith EMS because The system wasn’t working.

We saw firsthand what event coverage actually looked like:

no clear standards, inconsistent expectations, and no accountability.

What we saw wasn’t rare. It was the norm.

SO WE BUILT A SYSTEM THAT WORKS.

What’s actually at risk

When medical coverage falls short, the consequences are real:

LIABILITY INCREASES

when situations aren’t handled properly.

Parents lose trust

when communication is unclear or mishandled.

DELAYS DISRUPT GAMES

and frustrate everyone involved.

YOUR REPUTATION TAKES THE HIT

not the medic company’s.

Most organizers don’t realize the risk—until it becomes their problem.

What Makes Smith EMS Different

ALWAYS SHOW UP

When you book us, we're there. On time, fully staffed, every time. You'll never have to wonder if coverage will materialize or scramble to fill a gap at the last minute. Book us once and stop questioning whether your event is covered.

SPORT-AWARE

We actively work the playing areas, ready to act the moment something happens. When an athlete goes down, your medic reacts instantly, so families and coaches see safety in action all event long.

RESPONSE-READY

Certified through the Smith EMS Sports Medic Certification program, trained for the injuries, pace, and stakes of youth athletics. Not just general first aid. Sideline medicine built for your athletes.

Medical Oversight that strengthens every event

Every protocol our medics follow is built and reviewed by experienced emergency physicians. That means the people on your sideline aren't just present, they're trained, prepared, and accountable to a real standard of care. You get the confidence of physician-backed coverage without having to manage any of it.

See what reliable medics actually look like

We'll walk you through exactly how coverage works, from the first quote to game day, so you know precisely who's on your sideline and what happens if an athlete goes down.

No guesswork, no gaps, just a smooth event you don't have to worry about.

our core focus:

Helping create safer sporting events across the Twin Cities, Minnesota, and the Greater Midwest.

Our Core Values:

People matter

Build real relationships; value every interaction.

Lead empathy

Understand others deeply; let compassion guide action.

Do more

Exceed expectations at every turn; deliver beyond requirements.

Pursue knowledge

Stay curious; learn and grow continuously.

Embrace competition

Enjoy the game; value all levels of play.