helmets-intro
At impacts equal to
car crashes of 15 to 35 MPH
According to Dr. Timothy Gay, University of Nebraska physics professor
“It was the scariest moment of my life.” – Pam O’Donnell, on seeing her son, Sachem North QB Michael O’Donnell, motionless on the field after suffering a concussion in a 2012 game.
Experts say the
football helmet is the last line of defense
to protect players from head injuries.
AIR FLOWHoles in the helmet’s shell allow for better air flow to allow for heat to escape.
SHELLA helmet’s shell is typically made of polycarbonate to best handle the force of an impact.
PADDINGPadding cushions the head on impact and decreases head acceleration. Each manufacturer uses different material.
CHINSTRAPKeeping the chinstrap tight is important for securing a helmet’s proper fit on the athlete’s head.
FACEMASKDifferent positions tend to use different style facemasks for better visibility.
CHIN CUPThe chin cup should be firmly placed on a player’s chin when it’s strapped to the helmet.
AIR FLOWHoles in the helmet’s shell allow for better air flow to allow for heat to escape.
SNAP BUCKLEThe chin strap is secured by a snap clip so players can easily get in and out of their helmet.
FACEMASK CLIPA facemask is screwed into the helmet so that it remains tight.
CHINSTRAPKeeping the chinstrap tight is important for securing a helmet’s proper fit on the athlete’s head.
SHELLA helmet’s shell is typically made of polycarbonate to best handle the force of an impact.
AIR FLOWHoles in the helmet’s shell allow for better air flow to allow for heat to escape.
SNAP BUCKLEThe chin strap is secured by a snap clip so players can easily get in and out of their helmet.
FACEMASK CLIPA facemask is screwed into the helmet so that it remains tight.
CHINSTRAPKeeping the chinstrap tight is important for securing a helmet’s proper fit on the athlete’s head.
SHELLA helmet’s shell is typically made of polycarbonate to best handle the force of an impact.
SHELLA helmet’s shell is typically made of polycarbonate to best handle the force of an impact.
AIR FLOWHoles in the helmet’s shell allow for better air flow to allow for heat to escape.