Comfort Liner Helmets
Measure the player's head as shown, 1" above the eyebrows around the widest part of the head.
The helmet's front edge and nose bumper should be approximately 1" above the player's eyebrows.
Attach the chin strap to the helmet underneath the faceguard, never above it. Tighten the chin strap to be snug and centered on the chin.
Jaw pads should be snug against the player's face, flush with the jaw, without pushing too forcefully into the cheeks.
The helmet should fit snugly, without being too tight. There should be no independent movement of the helmet.
Inflatable Helmets
Measure the player's head as shown, 1" above the eyebrows around the widest part of the head.
Lubricate the pump needle generously and insert needle as shown. Do not force the needle into the port; doing so may puncture the liners opposite wall.
Begin with the bottom port on the back of the helmet. Perform 1-3 pumps. Helmet should be snug against the player's head but not overly tight. Excess air is released with the valve.
When finished, repeat for the top inflation port. Proper inflation will usually require 0-2 pumps, but that will vary by player.
The helmet's front edge and nose bumper should be approximately 1" above the player's eyebrows.
Attach the chin strap to the helmet underneath the faceguard, never above it. Tighten the chin strap to be snug and centered on the chin.
Jaw pads should be snug against the player's face, flush with the jaw, without pushing too forcefully into the cheeks.
The helmet should fit snugly, without being too tight. There should be no independent movement of the helmet.
Shoulder Pads
Identify player position, and select the corresponding Schutt Shoulder Pads. Refer to the products in the shoulder pad section.
Measure the shoulder span from right to left tips of the humerus.
Wrap measuring tap around player's torso to measure chest circumference.
Carefully lower the pads over the player's head.
Buckle belts, and connect any straps that your shoulder pad uses. Ensure a good tight fit in chest and back areas.
Ensure proper front coverage by confirming that shoulder pads cover the sternum, as well as front upper shoulders.
Check to ensure that there is no pinching in collar area.
In the back, pads should cover the scapula and rhomboid areas. Fitted properly, shoulder pads should allow player maximum motion.
Helmets
Measure the circumference of the player's head at its widest point. This is about 1 inch above the eyebrows.
The helmet bill should be parallel to the ground, 1 inch above the eyebrows. If a faceguard is attached, you should have an unobstructed view.
Helmet should fit snugly, without pinching or feeling too tight. Helmet should NOT move independently of the player's head.
Give the bill of the helmet a solid tap while the player is wearing it. The helmet shouldn't move. If it does, the helmet is too big.
Chest Protector
To determine the best size, measure from the top of the player's collar bone to the bottom of your naval. The bottom of the chest protector should rest at your naval when standing.
Chest Protector Size | Age | Height |
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12" | 9-12 | 4'6"-5' |
13" | 12-15 | 5'-5'4" |
15" | 15-17 | 5'4"-5'9" |
16" | 17-Up | 5'9"-6'3" |
Leg Guards
To determine the best size, measure from the middle of your knee to the top of your ankle bone. Leg guards are available in sizes 13",14",16", and 17".
Scientists have not reached agreement on how the results of impact absorption tests relate to concussions. No conclusions about a reduction of risk or severity of concussive injury should be drawn from impact absorption tests.
NO HELMET SYSTEM CAN PREVENT CONCUSSIONS OR ELIMINATE THE RISK OF SERIOUS HEAD OR NECK INJURIES WHILE PLAYING FOOTBALL.
Keep your head up. Do not butt, ram, spear or strike an opponent with any part of the helmet or faceguard. This is a violation of football rules and may cause you to suffer severe brain or neck injury, including paralysis or death and possible injury to your opponent. Contact in football may result in Concussion/Brain Injury which no helmet can prevent. Symptoms include loss of consciousness or memory, dizziness, headache, nausea or confusion. If you have symptoms, immediately stop and report them to your coach, trainer and parents. Do not return to a game or contact until all symptoms are gone and you receive medical clearance. Ignoring this warning may lead to another and more serious or fatal brain injury.
NO HELMET SYSTEM CAN PROTECT YOU FROM SERIOUS BRAIN AND/OR NECK INJURIES INCLUDING PARALYSIS OR DEATH. TO AVOID THESE RISKS, DO NOT ENGAGE IN THE SPORT OF FOOTBALL.
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