Post by Oneback on Nov 15, 2014 11:01:08 GMT
Petersburg High School in Central Virginia is using technology in hopes of better protecting it's players. The team now has high-tech helmets that are outfitted with sensors.
The sensors track any significant blows to the head when a player is hit. The technology is called the "Riddell Insite Impact Response System", Josh Wallace, head football coach for the team, said.
The sensors are linked to a handheld monitor that records which player was hit, where the player was hit and the speed of the collision. If the collision exceeds a pre-determined threshold - the handheld monitor will alert the coach.
"When the alert sounds we'll pull the player off the field and our trainer will evaluate the player", Wallace added.
NOTE: This technology is VERY "PRICEY". 6 helmets and the handheld device cost $2,500.
PS: MY question would be how do you determine WHO gets to wear one & who doesn't??? Suggest any inquiries be addressed to Coach Josh Wallace - Petersburg HS - Petersburg, Va. (804-861-4884)
The sensors track any significant blows to the head when a player is hit. The technology is called the "Riddell Insite Impact Response System", Josh Wallace, head football coach for the team, said.
The sensors are linked to a handheld monitor that records which player was hit, where the player was hit and the speed of the collision. If the collision exceeds a pre-determined threshold - the handheld monitor will alert the coach.
"When the alert sounds we'll pull the player off the field and our trainer will evaluate the player", Wallace added.
NOTE: This technology is VERY "PRICEY". 6 helmets and the handheld device cost $2,500.
PS: MY question would be how do you determine WHO gets to wear one & who doesn't??? Suggest any inquiries be addressed to Coach Josh Wallace - Petersburg HS - Petersburg, Va. (804-861-4884)