Ballard Junior Football: Safety
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A concussion is a brain injury caused by a bump or blow to the head that can change the way your brain normally works. Even what seems to be a mild bump or blow to the head can be serious.
To help ensure the health and safety of young athletes, CDC developed the Heads Up: Concussion in Youth Sports initiative to offer information about concussionsa type of traumatic brain injuryto coaches, parents, and athletes involved in youth sports. The Heads Up initiative provides important information on preventing, recognizing, and responding to a concussion.
Tetanus Vaccine (Shot) Info
Tetanus shot is a vaccination that is administered in order to help our immune system fight against Clostridium tetani bacteria. Generally, a tetanus shot is taken at an interval of 10 years in adults and periodically in children.
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The Citizenship Through Sports Alliance is the largest coalition of professional and amateur athletics organizations in the United States, focused on character in sport. CTSA promotes fair play at all levels - youth leagues to professional sport - to reinforce the value of sport as a test of character. Since 1997, CTSA has been building a sports culture that encourages respect for self, respect for others, and respect for the game.
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The NJFL is a non-profit organization consisting of 10 youth tackle football franchises and more than 60 teams in King and Snohomish counties for youths ages 7 to 14.
Burien Bearcats
Eastside Crusaders
Interbay Eagles
Lake City Braves
Mukilteo Knights
Richmond Bulldogs
Silverlake Timberwolves
