Change Of Scenery: Is It Time For You To Move On To A New Team?
It’s the first day of autumn and that means change. The leaves are starting to change colors, the temperature is beginning to drop and every store now offers something “pumpkin.” The changing seasons are a good time to think about a change of scenery. It’s unfortunate, but sometimes players and coaches simply need to move […]
The Gag Reflex: Why Do Mouthguards Cause Gagging And How To Avoid It
One of the biggest complaints that athletes have about wearing mouthguards is that they are uncomfortable. And a lot of times that’s because their mouthguards make them gag. Gagging of any kind is obviously going to be uncomfortable, and it’s certainly something players don’t want to experience on the field, court or ice. So, why […]
Sitting Out The Preseason Doesn’t Protect Players … It Hurts Them
It’s the start of another NFL season, and along with it comes complaints about the preseason. This year, just like every year in the past, the debate over the length and necessity of the NFL’s exhibition season rages on. Too many games. Too few stars. Too many injuries. Why do we need it? The preseason, […]
Exclusive Look At Kieran McArdle’s Mouthguard For Team USA
For the third time in his career, Team Gladiator Athlete Kieran McArdle has been named to Team USA’s men’s senior lacrosse roster! Selected by US Lacrosse and U.S. men’s senior team head coach John Danowski, the Florida Launch attackman will play in an exhibition game on Sunday, September 11, as part of the U.S. Lacrosse […]
Player Development: The Pros And Cons Of Moving Up A Level
In all sports, at all levels, the best players always rise to the top. It’s a simple fact of sports; the players with the most talent are always going to stand out amongst their peers, and that typically means they are good enough to advance to the next level of play. Though sometimes, especially for […]