Search results for: “concussion”

  • NFL 2023 Season Guardian Caps Mandate Supported By 52% Concussion Drop

    Guardian Caps Reduced Concussions 52% in NFL Preseason—Mandating Expanded Use in 2023 Season The 2023 NFL preseason, regular season and post-season practices now requires the use of Guardian Caps during contact practices for certain position groups. The padded helmet cover easily attaches to the top of any existing helmet creating a flexible and soft surface…

  • Not even #CaptainAmerica is immune to sports related #concussion. #football #soccer #hockey #kids

    Not even #CaptainAmerica is immune to sports related #concussion. – Posted using MobyPicture.com Is Your Child’s Brain Safe Playing Contact Sports? The Sports Techie community blog has reported about the dangers of concussions in most all sports since I launched our sports technology business four years ago, but the alarming audacity by sports leagues, associations…

  • Concussions and Helmet Tech w/ Schutt Sports

      I’ve suffered concussions from playing lacrosse and crashing a Mt Bike in the city. I think back and wonder about those cold and wet soccer balls we had to head down at Marymoor Park that could not have been good for us. Played football in 5th and 9th grade and I’m pretty sure I…

  • Joe Rogowski Is The NBRPA’s New Chief Medical Officer

    Rogowski Will Oversee NBRPA’s New Health Screening and Medical Innovation Program for Members Joe Rogowski was named the National Basketball Retired Players Association (NBRPA), Chief Medical Director, announced today from Chicago, Illinois. The Sports Techie community blog curator is connected to Joe on LinkedIn and am sending a virtual applause for your dedication after spending 17-years…

  • Fortnite Logoed Skateboards And Helmets Coming On Black Friday, November 25

    Sakar International and Epic Games Announce a Licensing Agreement to Bring Fortnite to Skateboards and Helmets Starting on Black Friday, the Fortnite video game series logo and character artwork will be made available on skateboards and helmets after a deal between Epic Games and Sakar International broached by IMG was announced today from Edison, New…

  • RealResponse Expands NFLPA Deal For Anonymous And Secure Reporting Including Mental Health And COVID-19

    The NFL Players Association (NFLPA) expanded last season’s agreement with RealResponse to include safe and secure feedback for all players and teams for anonymous reporting. Mental health is top and center with this enhanced arrangement after the recent high-profile domestic violence related case against NFLPA VP, Richard Sherman. He reportedly fled the scene of a…

  • Elite Turf USA Expansion Adds GoodSports USA Facility In NJ

    Elite Turf USA continues to expand across America, this time adding three new POWER System™ installations at GoodSports USA. The eco-friendly, woven turf company will returf the multipurpose fields inside the 10 acres facility located in Wall Township, New Jersey with 100% recyclable materials. The Sports Techie community blog is excited about the spring season changing…

  • How the Digital Revolution is Changing the Sports World

    The sports world is perched on the cusp of a digital insurgency, and everyone who matters is participating, from the NFL to the NBA. The Sports Techie community blog believes COVID-19 has changed digital strategies for sports properties, media, teams, and athletes, making the accelerated prioritization of sports tech a must if it wasn’t already…

  • Importance Of Choosing The Right Gears To Give The Best Game Performance

    Wearing the right clothes and gears in football is more than just showing how cool you look in your game outfit. It’s also about walking with your head high into the field, prepared and well-protected for the “battle” ahead. While it’s easy to choose gears based on how they look, it’s also important to know…

  • Nike Football Sports Tech Upgrades Traz Powell Stadium For Miami-Dade County Public Schools

    Nike used sports tech to upgrade Nathaniel Traz Powell Stadium in Miami-Dade County for high school football games using a sustainability initiative the week of Super Bowl LIV generating maximum exposure for the sport while improving player performance and the fan experience for the 8,000-seat capacity venue. The Sports Techie community blog virtually applauds Nike…