FOOTBALL EQUIPMENT FITTING

PROPER STEPS, PROPER FIT

Equipment fitting is much more than ensuring proper fit, it also aids in reducing risk of concussions and injury to your players. Whether you are a parent, equipment manager or coach, it is important to know and understand the proper techniques to fitting pads and helmets before an athlete steps onto the field.

HELMET FITTING STEPS

A properly fitted helmet is a key step in reducing the risk of concussions, facial lacerations and fractures. Make sure you are checking helmet fittings frequently throughout the season.

  1. Check head size and record measurement
  2. Put on helmet
  3. Adjust helmet height (one inch above the player’s eyebrows)
  4. Adjust helmet front to back and side to side
  5. Adjust face pads
  6. Check for proper fit
  7. Adjust chin strap
  8. Take off helmet
SHOULDER PAD FITTING STEPS

Provide your athletes with the optimal protection and comfort with proper shoulder pad fitting. Here's the steps you need to make sure shoulder pads are properly fitted.

  1. Measure chest and record measurements
  2. Measure shoulders and record measurements
  3. Select pads
  4. Put on pads
  5. Secure straps and laces
  6. Check for proper fit
  7. Ensure coverage in front
  8. Ensure coverage in back
  9. Confirm proper fit

STEPS TO HELMET RECONDITIONING

Not only is it a critical step to equipment maintenance, it can also get the most out of your equipment. USA Football partners with with Riddell, a recognized leader in helmet technology and innovation. Riddell is the leading manufacturer of football helmets and shoulder pads, and a top provider of reconditioning services (cleaning, repairing, repainting and recertifying existing equipment).

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