Sports & Athletic Performance
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- Q What is the purpose of different face masks on football helmets?
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Each position has a different type of face mask to balance protection and visibility. Overall, most face masks are reinforced with an extra horizontal bar at the top of the face mask for better support and stability of the mask. Linemen usually... More
- Q How do baseball helmet face cages help prevent injuries in young players?
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Baseball helmet face cages help prevent youth baseball facial injuries by preventing a wild pitch from striking a batter’s face. Such face cages are recommended but not required in most youth leagues. (This answer provided for NATA by the Saint... More
- Q What kind of face masks are used for different football positions?
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Different positions in football have different kinds of football helmet face masks in order to provide the necessary balance of protection and visibility. Depending on the position, the style for the football face masks are: R—Reinforced... More
- Q Why do baseball players wear special pads for hitting?
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The only mandated piece of equipment required for hitting is a protective helmet; all other pieces of protective equipment are optional. The two most common pieces of protective equipment are a shin guard on the inner leg of the lead leg and an... More
- Q How do I know if a football helmet needs more air?
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If the helmet is too loose on your head and there is room for twisting, you may need a smaller size or more air. Interlock your hands and press down on the top of the helmet. You should feel pressure on the crown of your head, not on the eyebrow... More
- Q How often do football helmets need to be reconditioned?
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The National Operating Committee on Standards of Athletic Equipment (NOCSAE) does not have a set guideline on how often helmets need to be reconditioned or recertified. Different manufacturers have standards in their warranty clause that... More
