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N.J. athletic association vows to review policies on safety
The death of a high school football player in New Jersey has prompted the state's athletic association to review its policies on student-athlete safety. Prep football players in Oklahoma, New Jersey and Louisiana died this month after suffering ...
Understanding and preventing football injuries
Football can lead to many injuries. It’s one of the most popular sports in the United States and leads all other sports in the number of injuries sustained, according to studies done in emergency rooms, doctors’ offices, clinics for football-rela...
The value of vitamins and minerals for athletes
Many athletes believe that their success hinges on taking “extra” of certain nutrients, including potassium, calcium, iron and zinc. Coaches, trainers and parents often advise athletic-minded teens to take supplements to meet the extra demands pl...
Survey: Most adults unable to recognize concussion symptoms
Results from a new survey show that most adults lack a basic understanding about concussion signs and symptoms. The Abbott's Concussion IQ Survey, conducted by KRC Research, polled more than 1,000 adults in the U.S. over the age of 18. "Based o...
Michigan offering free concussion insurance to prep athletes
Junior and high school athletes in Michigan will now be covered by concussion insurance, offered free of charge by the state athletic association. Michigan becomes the first state to offer free concussion insurance to its members. Montana announc...
Wisconsin football practice concussions on the decline
A study conducted by the University of Wisconsin shows the state's new rules for high school football practices are making a difference in decreasing the number of concussions. [caption id="attachment_13808" align="alignright" width="316"] Wiscon...
6 tips to keep your athletic facilities sanitary
Very few people actually enjoy cleaning their athletic facilities, but it’s one of the most essential responsibilities for schools to keep athletes and coaches free of diseases that could be lurking. Here are some suggestions to help everyone in...
Nutritional Value: Fishing for healthy meals
Not all athletes take to water naturally. Nevertheless, no one should miss out on one of its many benefits — mostly fish. A diet rich in fish reduces the risk for heart disease and it also may help to ward off certain types of cancer, inflammato...
Football: Preparing to face up-tempo offenses
As many teams begin to adapt to up-tempo offenses, the practice and conditioning components should also change. Fast-paced offenses are dictating and controlling the tempo of the game, and they can ultimately expose conditioning weaknesses among the ...
NCAA Division II considering certification of strength coaches
NCAA Division II strength and conditioning coaches would be required to obtain national certification under recommendations from the division's Management Council. The Management Council last week recommended that the Presidents Council adopt th...