May 15, 20252,000 impacted
Spring Workshop Series Complete
We wrapped up 12 workshops across 6 school districts this spring, reaching over 2,000 student-athletes.
Read moreEducation Means Prevention
Keep your head
in the game.
headSTRONG is an educational campaign empowering high school athletes with concussion and traumatic brain injury knowledge — turning awareness into action, and action into lasting change.
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3.8M
Sport concussions / year in the US
12,500
Athletes Reached
85
Schools Partnered
340
Workshops Held
96%
Awareness Rate
Our MissionThe strength to protect
The strength to protect
what matters most
Every year, millions of young athletes risk undiagnosed brain injuries. headSTRONG exists to change that — one school, one team, one athlete at a time.
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headSTRONG was founded on the belief that knowledge is protection. We work directly with high school athletic programs to integrate concussion education into every aspect of sports culture — from pre-season training to game-day protocol.
Our programs are designed by medical professionals and built for real people — athletes who want to compete, coaches who want to protect their players, and parents who want their kids to come home safe.
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Our Three Pillars
How headSTRONG creates change
Three interconnected goals that move the needle on athlete brain health — from the locker room to the legislature.
Education
Equipping athletes, coaches, and parents with evidence-based knowledge about concussion recognition, prevention protocols, and safe return-to-play guidelines.
Conversation
Breaking the silence around concussion reporting culture — empowering athletes to speak up without fear of being benched or stigmatized, because reporting is strength.
Legislation
Driving policy change at school, district, and state levels to mandate baseline testing, certified athletic trainers, and standardized concussion protocols across all sports.
No Sport is Exempt
Concussions happen in every sport
From the field to the pool, the gym to the mat — brain injuries don't discriminate by sport. Awareness must reach every locker room.
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Football
Highest reported concussion rates in contact sports
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Soccer
Heading the ball is a major and often overlooked risk
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Basketball
Collisions and hard court falls cause frequent mTBI
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Lacrosse
Fast-moving sport with high contact and stick impact risk
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Volleyball
Diving and court collisions often go unreported
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Cheerleading
Stunt falls are among the top causes of female TBI
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Wrestling
Head-to-mat and head-to-head contact is routine
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Baseball / Softball
Pitched ball impact and sliding collisions are common
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Hockey
Full-contact ice sport with boards and puck impact
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Swimming / Diving
Diving impacts and pool-edge collisions pose hidden risks
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Track & Field
Pole vault, hurdles, and relay collisions cause head injuries
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Gymnastics
High-impact landings and apparatus falls risk brain injury
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Education Hub
Resources that save lives
Curated guides, protocols, and workshops for every stakeholder in the athlete's safety circle.
athletes
Recognizing Concussion Symptoms
A comprehensive guide to identifying the signs and symptoms of concussion in yourself and your teammates during practice and games.
RESOURCE•10 min read
coaches
Return-to-Play Protocol
Step-by-step protocol for safely returning athletes to competition after a diagnosed concussion or mTBI incident.
PROTOCOL•15 min read
parents
When Your Child Gets a Concussion
Essential information for parents on what to do, who to call, and how to support recovery after a head injury.
RESOURCE•8 min read
coaches
Pre-Season Baseline Testing
Understanding neurocognitive baseline testing, why it matters, and how to implement it for your team.
WORKSHOP•45 min session
athletes
mTBI & Academic Accommodations
How brain injuries affect learning and what academic support students should request during recovery.
GUIDE•12 min read
parents
The Science of Brain Recovery
Breaking down the neuroscience of concussion recovery in terms the whole family can understand.
VIDEO•20 min watch
athletes
Equipment Safety Standards
A guide to certified helmets, mouthguards, and protective gear that meet current safety standards.
CHECKLIST•5 min read
coaches
Emergency Sideline Response
Critical first-response steps every coach must know when a player exhibits signs of head trauma on the field.
PROTOCOL•10 min read
parents
Long-Term Effects of Repeated mTBI
What research tells us about CTE and the importance of early prevention.
RESEARCH BRIEF•15 min read
Latest Updates
View all updates What we've been up to
Apr 22, 2025
Capitol Hill Advocacy Day
headSTRONG representatives met with 8 Senate staffers to discuss the Return to Play and Learn Act.
Read moreMar 10, 2025
New Partnership with Riverside Medical
Riverside Medical Center joins as our first medical partner, providing physician-reviewed curriculum materials.
Read morePartners and Recognition
Trusted by schools, recognized by leaders
We're proud to work alongside dedicated institutions and organizations who share our commitment to athlete brain health.
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National Athletic Trainers Association
RecognitionSince 2024
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State Board of Education
RecognitionSince 2024
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Lincoln High School
Partner SchoolSince 2022
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Riverside Medical Center
Medical PartnerSince 2023
Be part of the change
Whether you're an athlete, parent, coach, or advocate — there's a way for you to make an impact.
For Athletes
Bring headSTRONG to your team. Request a workshop for your school or athletic program.
Request a Workshop →For Advocates
Support the Return to Play and Learn Act. Contact your Georgia legislators using our template.
Take Action →For Everyone
Concussions don't just affect athletes. Help raise awareness about TBI in your community.
Learn How →Have a question or want to partner with us?
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