High School Football Makes Four Equipment Rule Changes

Update on August 11, 2025 The NFHS Football Rules Committee Clarifies and Restricts Attachments on Tooth and Mouth Protectors Effective with the 2026 Season [Rule 1-5-1d(5)a – 4, 5 (NEW)] – Items that are attached to the tooth and mouth protector that do not serve a purpose and function in protecting the teeth or mouth will … Continued

USA Lacrosse Establishing Lacrosse Equipment Council

USA Lacrosse, a recognized sports organization by the United States Olympic and Paralympic Committee (USOPC) and the U.S. representative to the sport’s international federation (World Lacrosse), is leading the effort to establish a Lacrosse Equipment Council (LEC).

NSGA Helps You Explain NFHS Authenticating Mark Program Fee Increase in 2025

DOWNERS GROVE, ILLINOIS (October 17, 2024) – You may be getting questions from your high school customers about the significant increase of the National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS) Authenticating Mark Program fees that starts January 1, 2025 and the increased prices of ball purchases. Some of your customers may not be aware … Continued

NAERA Football Shoulder Pad Care Recommendations

The National Athletic Equipment Reconditioners Association (NAERA) recommends football teams send all shoulder pads used during the past season to a NAERA member for reconditioning once the season is over.