I think a lot of it, ultimately, comes down to parent responsibility. In every sport, our kids are put in the position to be hurt, for an accident to happen, for a stunt to fall, or a bat to fly the wrong way. A poor 8 year old lost his life this past week after he was struck in the head by a rogue bat in Little League---LITTLE LEAGUE!
Ultimately, I think it's important that parents learn the sport their child is in---do I need to know how to score a routine? No. But should I have a basic understanding of what a concussion looks like? Yes. Should I know the difference between a few random bruises and bumps throughout the season and being covered in head to toe bruising, scratches, and cuts all season? Yes. Should I have a basic understanding that a BHS involve popping up from your hands not your head, even if the child is only 3? Of course.
If I saw something I didn't like, or didn't feel was safe, would I say something? Yes. Would I be that mean parent that walked away from a program (not just cheer, but Little Genius does dance and I can attest to those dangers) if I felt the safety of my kids was not being considered? Absolutely.
I get not being able to attend practices if your kid is doing something in high school, because let's be honest, you're not likely invited to them---but can you still see your child's body, their injuries, the stories of practice, and when they perform? Yes. If something feels wrong, it like is and it's time to start asking questions.