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YOUTH FOOTBALL EQUIPMENT GUIDE Guide
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Helmet with Facemask
- For added protection consider a helmet with an air liner
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Chin Strap
- For better protection consider the 4 point high or 4 point low
- For more protection consider the hard cup chin strap
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Mouth Guard (Mouth Piece) |
Youth Shoulder Pads
- Proper sizing – Measure athlete’s chest circumference around nipple line
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Football Pants
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Youth 7-Piece Pad Set
- With or without snaps:
- With snaps – Football pants must be purchased with matching snaps
- Without snaps – Consider purchasing a 3 or 5 pocket compression girdle to help hold pads in place
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Practice Jersey
- White in color recommended
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Football Cleats (Shoes)
- Can be purchased at any athletic shoe store
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Optional Considerations
- To help your young athlete keep cool during practice & games consider purchasing:
- A short sleeve Dri-fit under shirt
- Athletic socks that fit below the calf
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