Beastmode
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CTE, concussion and head knocks.
It’s a large deterrent for many parents when it comes to kids playing the sport.
Are you in favour of more padding and possibly mandatory headgear, moving closer towards a safety helmet type protection similar to the NFL or think it only leads to more serious injuries.
I’m on the fence here. I see merits on both sides but if the game is to ever grow the safety concerns have to be addressed and not swept under the carpet with more subjective rules and adjudicating by the ref.
It’s a large deterrent for many parents when it comes to kids playing the sport.
Are you in favour of more padding and possibly mandatory headgear, moving closer towards a safety helmet type protection similar to the NFL or think it only leads to more serious injuries.
I’m on the fence here. I see merits on both sides but if the game is to ever grow the safety concerns have to be addressed and not swept under the carpet with more subjective rules and adjudicating by the ref.