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Education Hub

Resources that save lives

Curated guides, protocols, and workshops for every stakeholder in the athlete's safety circle.

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.

RESOURCE10 min read
coaches

Return-to-Play Protocol

Step-by-step protocol for safely returning athletes to competition after a diagnosed concussion or mTBI incident.

PROTOCOL15 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.

RESOURCE8 min read
coaches

Pre-Season Baseline Testing

Understanding neurocognitive baseline testing, why it matters, and how to implement it for your team.

WORKSHOP45 min session
athletes

mTBI & Academic Accommodations

How brain injuries affect learning and what academic support students should request during recovery.

GUIDE12 min read
parents

The Science of Brain Recovery

Breaking down the neuroscience of concussion recovery in terms the whole family can understand.

VIDEO20 min watch
athletes

Equipment Safety Standards

A guide to certified helmets, mouthguards, and protective gear that meet current safety standards.

CHECKLIST5 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.

PROTOCOL10 min read
parents

Long-Term Effects of Repeated mTBI

What research tells us about CTE and the importance of early prevention.

RESEARCH BRIEF15 min read