EQUIPMENT FIELD PLAYER MOUTHGUARD (REQUIRED)
t Variety of materials, sizes, colors & fitting options t Must be visible color other than clear or white t Self-molding (from manufacturers) or custom-molded (from dentists) t Must cover the leading arch (NFHS requirement) t May not be altered to decrease protection; can cut if too large for athlete’s mouth
SHOULDER PADS (REQUIRED) t Covers top of shoulder, collarbone & sternum t Shoulder caps must rest on top of shoulders t Collar should lie flat on collarbone t Straps tightened - bicep pad sits high on arm so to not interfere with arm pads; sternum plate must cover sternum
t Should fit comfortably; adjust by loosening/tightening straps t Too tight - may restrict movement; too loose - can move during play & expose player to injury
ARM PADS (REQUIRED)
t If included - straps secure comfortably for limited movement during play t Tight as to not slide down arm; loose as to not cause discomfort t Elbow should be properly & completely covered
GLOVES (REQUIRED)
t Hand must be fully inserted in glove t Includes additional thumb protection t Should cover 2”-3” above the wrist t Too short - cuff won’t protect wrist; too long - cuff will limit mobility
PROTECTIVE CUP (REQUIRED)
t Fitted for comfort & protection t Large enough to provide coverage but not cause discomfort while running t Garments to improve comfort include: supporters, all-in-one briefs & combinations of both
RIB PADS (RECOMMENDED)
t Must cover ribs and kidneys; adjust by loosening/tightening straps t Try on rib pads prior to adding shoulder pads to ensure proper fit t Should fit comfortably, not restricting breathing t Tight enough to so they do not move excessively during play
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