Health & Safety

Access the Presentation Materials from the 2013 Symposium

► US Lacrosse Adopts Standard for Athlete Safety and Protection
     Document outlines acceptable behavior guidelines

► US Lacrosse Joins NFL's Youth Safety Roundtable
     NGBs share information on safety initiatives

► USL Endorses Youth Sports Concussion Act
     New legislation introduced in U.S. Senate

► Women's Headgear Update Webinar: View the Recording
     Originally presented on May 3, 2013

► USL Joins Stop Abuse in Sport Campaign
     Educational effort aimed at preventing child sexual abuse

► Consensus Statement on Concussion in Sport
     4th International Conference, held in Zurich

► What's in a Ball?
     Lacrosse Magazine

► Facts & Figures on ACL Injuries
     USL Sports Medicine Symposium

	USL Sports Science and Safety Committee Learn about this important group and its current initiatives and research projects. Read More		Concussion Awareness Stay informed on how to handle a concussion with important information regarding signs and symptoms and treatment. Tools and Courses
	Education & Training A safe and positive playing experience starts by knowing the rules and how to appropriately and effectively coach, officiate and play the game. Resources		Injury Prevention & Conditioning Preparation using proper training techniques and adherence to the rules of the game are essential to improving performance and preventing injury. View Articles
	Equipment Properly fitted and standard-meeting gear for men's and women's lacrosse are essential to player safety. Read More		Nutrition, Heat & Hydration A healthy diet and good eating habits are essential for a young athlete's development and performance. Read More
	AED Education & Commotio Cordis AEDs are powerful, life-saving devices. US Lacrosse and Cardiac Science are proud to offer educational resources and grants to help lacrosse programs purchase this equipment. Read More		Athlete Development Using age-appropriate methods and understanding the developmental differences in youth of various ages and gender prevents injury and promotes positive cognitive and motor development. Read More
	Risk Management & Emergency Plans Having emergency plans in place and following basic risk management protocol provides a safe playing environment for players. Read More		USL Research & Position Papers As the sport's national governing body, US Lacrosse seeks to lead the effort in injury research and education, while also setting national safety guidelines and standards for the sport. Read More
	Compete With Class - Honor the Game Help to improve the safety, sportsmanship and best practices in all aspects of the game.

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