Pittsburgh Post-Gazette July 20, 2025 On a typical day in training, Riverhounds SC midfielder Robbie Mertz was standing away from…
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The association between Guardian Cap use during practices and sport-related concussion risk in high school American football players
British Journal of Sports Medicine July 23, 2025 WHAT IS ALREADY KNOWN ON THIS TOPIC? Helmet add-on devices like the…
Read moreRugby headgear can’t prevent concussion – but new materials could soften the blows over a career
The Conversation July 10, 2025 The widely held view among rugby players, coaches and officials is that headgear can’t prevent…
Read moreCalifornia Lawmakers Mull Bill Allowing Youth Football Players to Wear Helmet Safety Add-Ons
Athletic Business July 3, 2025 The California State Assembly is tackling youth football safety head-on. Assembly member Avelino Valencia introduced…
Read moreNew rules in 2025: What changes are coming to high school football this fall
The Eagle (Bryan, Texas) July 7, 2025 A new year always brings some type of change, no matter how big…
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Sports Illustrated (High School on SI) July 9, 2025 NFHS bans non-goalies from entering crease, tightens equipment rules, and simplifies…
Read moreFEI Launches Equestrian Safety Vest Working Group to Advance Athlete Protection Standards
Eurodressage June 29, 2025 The FEI has announced the formation of a new Equestrian Safety Vest Working Group (ESVWG), a…
Read moreCalifornia bill could allow soft helmet pads in youth football leagues
KTLA (Los Angeles, CA) July 1, 2025 California Assemblymember Avelino Valencia (D-Anaheim) introduced a bill that aims to prevent youth…
Read moreCalifornia Considers Soft Helmet Pads for Youth Football
KOST(Los Angeles, CA) July 1, 2025 Assemblymember Avelino Valencia, representing the Anaheim area, has introduced a proposal to allow soft…
Read moreCalifornia proposal would allow soft helmet pads in youth football leagues
Cal Matters July 1, 2025 Assemblymember Avelino Valencia, a former tight end for San Jose State, had mixed feelings last…
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