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Rugby headgear can’t prevent concussion – but new materials could soften the blows over a career

Posted on July 14, 2025July 14, 2025 by Sam Trusner
Posted in Equipment Standards News

The Conversation July 10, 2025 The widely held view among rugby players, coaches and officials is that headgear can’t prevent…

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California Lawmakers Mull Bill Allowing Youth Football Players to Wear Helmet Safety Add-Ons

Posted on July 14, 2025 by Sam Trusner
Posted in Equipment Standards News

Athletic Business July 3, 2025 The California State Assembly is tackling youth football safety head-on. Assembly member Avelino Valencia introduced…

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New rules in 2025: What changes are coming to high school football this fall

Posted on July 14, 2025July 14, 2025 by Sam Trusner
Posted in Equipment Standards News

The Eagle (Bryan, Texas) July 7, 2025 A new year always brings some type of change, no matter how big…

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Major Rule Changes Coming to High School Boys Lacrosse in 2026

Posted on July 14, 2025July 14, 2025 by Sam Trusner
Posted in Equipment Standards News

Sports Illustrated (High School on SI) July 9, 2025 NFHS bans non-goalies from entering crease, tightens equipment rules, and simplifies…

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FEI Launches Equestrian Safety Vest Working Group to Advance Athlete Protection Standards

Posted on July 8, 2025July 8, 2025 by Sam Trusner
Posted in Equipment Standards News

Eurodressage June 29, 2025 The FEI has announced the formation of a new Equestrian Safety Vest Working Group (ESVWG), a…

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California bill could allow soft helmet pads in youth football leagues

Posted on July 8, 2025July 8, 2025 by Sam Trusner
Posted in Equipment Standards News

KTLA (Los Angeles, CA) July 1, 2025 California Assemblymember Avelino Valencia (D-Anaheim) introduced a bill that aims to prevent youth…

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California Considers Soft Helmet Pads for Youth Football

Posted on July 8, 2025July 8, 2025 by Sam Trusner
Posted in Equipment Standards News

KOST(Los Angeles, CA) July 1, 2025 Assemblymember Avelino Valencia, representing the Anaheim area, has introduced a proposal to allow soft…

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California proposal would allow soft helmet pads in youth football leagues

Posted on July 8, 2025July 8, 2025 by Sam Trusner
Posted in Equipment Standards News

Cal Matters July 1, 2025 Assemblymember Avelino Valencia, a former tight end for San Jose State, had mixed feelings last…

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National athletic equipment standards committee creates first safety benchmarks for youth football helmets

Posted on July 8, 2025July 8, 2025 by Sam Trusner
Posted in Equipment Standards News

Sports Business Journal June 30, 2025 The number of American youth playing tackle football has declined precipitously in the past…

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Concussions and head trauma remain threats to high school football

Posted on June 30, 2025June 30, 2025 by Sam Trusner
Posted in Equipment Standards News

Los Angeles Times High School Insider June 23, 2025 Concussions are one of the most common injuries in high school…

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