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Elmhurst Bears Bring Football Participation Numbers Up Using Helmet Technology To Cut Down On Concussions
"Fear has driven many kids out of football," said Elmhurst Bears board member Jason Judycki. "We wanted a way to drive more kids back in."
ELMHURST, IL (CBS) — Heading into another football-filled weekend, head injuries are a key contributor to the continued decline of youth football. However, Pop Warner participation is on the rise in Elmhurst thanks in part to helmet technology that helps cut down on concussions.
“Fear has driven many kids out of football,” said Elmhurst Bears board member Jason Judycki. “We wanted a way to drive more kids back into the sport that we all love.”