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NAERA Releases 2022 Helmet Reconditioning Letter

DOWNERS GROVE, ILLINOIS (September 8, 2022) – The National Athletic Equipment Reconditioners Association (NAERA) sent out its annual letter from executive director Tony Beam addressing reconditioning and recertification recommendations for football, lacrosse, baseball and softball helmets. The text of the letter is below: September 1, 2022 NAERA (National Athletic Equipment Reconditioners Association), NOCSAE (National OperatingCommittee … Continued

NJCAA Adds Seven New Members

The NJCAA had 7 schools add athletic programs for the 2022-23 school year and they will be eligible for the postseason in 2023-24.

NCAA Baseball Requires Visible “Pitch Clocks” by 2024 in Division I

NCAA baseball approved modifications to its pitch clock rules and required visible on-field pitch clocks by 2024 in Division I and 2025 in Division II and III.

NCAA Softball Approves Use of Double First Base in 2022-23

NCAA softball approved experimental use of a double first base in 2022-23 and required all sideline and home run fences be padded by 2027.

NCAA, NFHS Baseball Decertify Stinger Bat Model

NCAA baseball decertifies the Stinger Bat Company 33-inch model of the Missile II for use in any NCAA baseball competition.

NFHS Boys Lacrosse Rule Changes for 2023

NFHS boys lacrosse rule changes for 2023 include the crosse of the stick and appropriate lacrosse shoes.

Multi-Color Gloves, Jewelry Among NFHS Softball Rules Changes For 2023

INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA (July 12, 2022) — Glove-color restrictions and jewelry were part of the rules changes proposed by the National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS) Softball Rules Committee and approved by the NFHS Board of Directors for the 2023 season. Color restrictions for gloves and mitts were loosened as part of Rule 1-4-1. Previously, … Continued

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