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 […]
3 Reasons Why Your Mouthguard Is Uncomfortable And How To Fix It
One of the biggest complaints you may have as an athlete is that your mouthguard is uncomfortable. But did you ever wonder why your mouthguard is uncomfortable? Mouthguards may seem like any other boring piece of athletic equipment — no different than your thigh pads or shin guards — but they are actually one of […]
Cheating To Win: Should Athletes Be Allowed To Bend The Rules?
Spygate. Deflategate. Bountygate. Interference in headsets. Corked bats. Boosters paying players. Steroid use. Pine tar. From full-blown scandals that date as far back as the 1919 Black Sox to minor offenses that simply bend the rules, there are too many accounts of cheating in sports to even keep track of! Whether it’s something as small […]
Checking The Count: Mouthguards By The Numbers
Oftentimes in this space, we examine the details of custom mouthguards — the protection and comfort they provide, or the fit and the intimidating designs. But let’s look a little bit deeper. What do the numbers tell us about mouthguards? Let’s go through your guard, by the numbers: 3D: NBA All-Star LeBron James, an official […]
Why The Start Of Football Season Is Just Like Your Custom Mouthguard
Today’s the day: the start of a new football season! There’s nothing better than the beginning of a new football season, as it brings back fall, cooler weather and one of America’s favorite pastimes. It also brings to mind mouthguards. Sure, mouthguards are a hugely important part of the football uniform; but it’s the similarities […]
Championship Formula: What Are The Components Of A Title-Winning Team?
Is there a magic formula for winning your league’s championship? The easy, obvious answer: no. However, there are certain steps and team ingredients that make up a winning formula. Let’s take a look at some common factors that most championship teams share and see what it takes to win it all: 1. Leaders Over Stars Sure, […]
Breaking The Code: What Athletes Are Really Saying About Mouthguards
In nearly every sports league across the nation — from peewee to high school to the pros — mouthguards are a mandatory part of uniforms. This is particularly true for contact sports, as mouthguards play a vital role in protecting athletes against impact to the face, mouth or jaw. However, as a coach or athletic […]
Athletic Equipment: 3 Tips To Choosing The Right Mouthguard
How do you choose the right mouthguard for your players? When it comes to finding the perfect mouthguard, there are multiple factors to consider — from sport and age to individual need and desire — and there are a lot of options to choose from. It’s easy to become overwhelmed quickly, and that’s the last […]
Dominance vs. Sportsmanship: The Pros And Cons Of Running Up The Score
When you were a kid dreaming about playing sports, you likely had fantasies about winning the big game by dominating your opponent with some ludicrous margin of victory. Sure, winning 100-0 sounds great, but did you ever think about what that would actually mean? Running up the score on an opponent is risky business and […]
Custom Mouthguards: Find The Right Protection For You And Your Braces
Let’s be honest: braces are not fun to wear. They’re painful, uncomfortable and get in the way of everything. They’re also expensive and easily damaged. Playing sports in braces is even less fun, as all of those factors become magnified. After all, braces are basically just a bunch of metal strapped to your teeth. While […]
