Shoulder pads will be checked out on Tuesday and helmets next week. There are several studies showing that practicing in pads without helmets can reduce the risk of concussions throughout the season. Simply by removing the helmet, the athlete is less likely to use their head as a weapon. Thus forming the habits of getting their heads out of the way during the tackle process. Once helmets are in, we will more than likely check them out and then collect them for decals once they arrive as well. We will mark each players helmet to identify whos is whos. We are looking forward to a great season and can't wait to hear those pads a crackin'!