Player Safety: What Does The Future Hold For Our Athletes?
As we approach a new year, it’s time to think about the future. And in the world of sports, we’re curious about what the future holds for our athletes. Over the past few years, and particularly in 2015, we have seen a large paradigm shift in sports, as there has been more of an emphasis […]
Winter Weather Should Be The Only Thing That Gives You The Chills
December 21st is the official start of winter — otherwise known as the time of year when you are sure to get the chills. But you know what shouldn’t give you the chills? The safety and protection of your athletes. When it comes to protecting your players, anything other than a custom mouthguard should give […]
3 Reasons To Celebrate Your Custom Mouthguard This Holiday Season
It’s the holiday season! And that means holiday spirit is in the air. From decorating your house and making holiday-shaped cookies, to wearing comfortable clothing and spending time with your loved ones, the holiday season is full of cheer. And one thing you should certainly be cheerful about is your custom mouthguard. Seriously! Let’s take […]
Next Man Up: How Important Is Your Team’s Star Player?
Tony Romo. Derrick Rose. Sidney Crosby. What do these players have in common? They are all stars of their respective teams, yes; but they have all also suffered season-ending injuries that ended their team’s season prematurely. At every level — from pee wee to the pros — most teams have a star player; a player […]
4 Reasons Why Thanksgiving Dinner Is Just Like Your Custom Mouthguards
Happy Thanksgiving week! In honor of everyone’s favorite binge-eating, family-bonding, football-watching holiday, let’s examine the most important part of the day: the Thanksgiving feast. But rather than simply talking turkey, let’s look at four reasons why your Thanksgiving dinner is just like your athletes’ custom mouthguards: 1. Stuffing The Turkey The turkey is the centerpiece of […]
In A Pinch And Think Any Old Mouthguard Will Do? Think Again!
True or false: When you lose or forget your mouthguard on gameday, any old mouthguard works fine as a replacement, as long as you wear one. After all, it’s more important that you don’t get a penalty than it is to be properly protected. False! While it’s easy to assume that you must wear your […]
Case Study Of Change: What To Expect When You Make Major Changes
Every coach wants to be the next Bill Walsh — a winner, sure, but more importantly an innovator who doesn’t just play by their own rules, but disrupts the status quo and changes the way the game is played. This is most evident in Philadelphia Eagles’ coach Chip Kelly. From introducing a new offensive philosophy […]
6 Scary Facts About Oral Injuries And Generic Mouthguards
Scary. Terrifying. Blood-curdling. What do these words make us think of? No, not Halloween … Oral injuries. Oral and facial injuries are no joke. Aside from being sensitive and having severely painful effects, injuries to the mouth and face are just a bloody mess. That’s because the face and mouth are two areas of the […]
5 Reasons Why You Shouldn’t Overlook Mouthguards When Buying Equipment
When it comes to buying athletic equipment for your team, you need to make the most of your budget, and team gear may be expensive. That’s particularly true when you need to purchase one of everything for each player. But just because helmets and jerseys are more visible than protective equipment like thigh pads and […]
Pros And Cons: A Look At Participation Trophies For Youth Athletes
Recently, Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker and scary human-being James Harrison made waves when he took away his sons’ participation trophies. The general public was slightly appalled at the act, but as Harrison said, he was proud of everything his sons did and accomplished, but they didn’t EARN the trophies, and so they were being returned. Participation […]
