Stop Getting Inferior Mouthguards And Invest In Your Players’ Protection
Boil-and-bite mouthguards are basically big chunks of rubber that make it hard for athletes to breathe or speak. They are uncomfortable, which is distracting to players during a game, and they don’t provide the proper protection for which they’re intended. Frankly, if it were up to your players, they simply wouldn’t wear them. So why […]
The 4 “Do’s” And “Don’ts” Of Team Gear And Apparel
Imagine a team bus pulling up to your stadium or arena. As the players and coaches get off the bus, you notice that everyone is dressed differently, in their own individual style of clothing. What’s your first impression of that team? Now imagine another team bus pulling up to your stadium or arena. As the […]
5 Simple Ways To Boost Your Team’s Athletic Performance
One of the clear objectives for any coach or athletic trainer is to get the most out of their athletes. From motivation and training techniques to game preparation and diet, you want to do everything in your power to ensure your players reach their peak athletic performance come game time. Here are five simple ways […]
Concussion Prevention: Your 6-Step Guide To Protecting Your Players (Part 2)
Now that we’ve covered the basics of concussion prevention — getting the right equipment and making sure it fits correctly, proper hitting and contact techniques — it’s time to learn a little more about the effects of concussions and how to keep your players safe from further injury. If you didn’t read Part 1 of […]
Concussion Prevention: Your 6-Step Guide To Protecting Your Players (Part 1)
A serious blow to the head has the potential to leave an athlete with significant physical and mental problems years after they’ve hung up their cleats, sneakers or skates. We see it far too often — most recently, it’s been the focal point of the NFL’s $765 million concussion settlement with former players — and […]
Advancements In Sports Equipment: All-Stars Or All Advertising?
There’s no debating the fact that sports equipment has evolved tremendously over the years. We’ve seen wooden hockey sticks replaced by lightweight composites, heavy “sweater” jerseys abandoned for sweat-wicking uniforms and pieces of chewed-on rubber being upgraded to comfortable, personalized mouthguards. It’s amazing to see the advancements in sports equipment technology, and you’d have to […]