The average amateur football player at the collegiate or high school level experiences 1,000 to 2,000 head “impacts” a season. This according to Dr. Erik Swartz, department chairman of the University of New Hampshire’s athletic training program. Swartz has worked with the university’s football team to develop a “helmetless” tackling program incorporating elements of rugby […]
A new diagnostic tool in development uses artificial intelligence to detect brain trauma years after it has occurred. The development could help lawyers on both sides of concussion lawsuits against sports leagues. Read more at www.electronics360.globalspec.com
Oregon football players used three helmets last season — green, black and white — that were mixed and matched with myriad uniform combinations. The Ducks were pioneers in football fashion and other schools have followed, using helmets to make a statement. Now, the NCAA wants to determine whether style is coming at the expense of safety. […]
If you think that Larry Csonka isn’t tough, you’re mistaken. And the former NFL star, a bulldozer at running back who helped lead the Miami Dolphins to a perfect season in 1972, has a message that perhaps only tough guys can effectively get across to some people. Read more at www.charlotteobserver.com
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