When Bob Cantu Says No Collision Sports Before Age 14, Parents Need to Listen

Submitted by Brooke de Lench on Thu, 09/15/2011 - 13:23. | comments

The blockbuster announcement came across my desk two days ago, but it took me a while to process its full significance. In fact, it may take me a while longer to fully appreciate all of its implications for youth sports.

Dr. Bob Cantu, MomsTeam's first concussion expert from 2000-2008, and someone I have known and respected for more than a decade, is recommending that kids under the age of 14 not participate in collision sports as currently played. Youth football players stretching

The blockbuster announcement came across my desk two days ago, but it took me a while to process its full significance. In fact, it may take me a while longer to fully appreciate all of its implications for youth sports. Dr. Bob Cantu, MomsTeam's first concussion expert, and someone I have known and respected for more than a decade, is recommending that kids under the age of 14 not participate in collision sports as currently played.

Chris Nowinski: The Amazing Journey of a Concussion Evangelist

When I ate dinner recently with my friend Chris Nowinski, President of the Sports Legacy Institute, I did so with the pride of knowing that the early support I gave him helped make his career in concussion education and research possible.

Brooke de Lench

Talking Concussions with Gay Culverhouse

Submitted by Brooke de Lench on Tue, 08/30/2011 - 14:56. | comments

There has been a flurry of books in recent years about concussions in sports, an issue MomsTeam and I began covering in depth back in 2001, way before the crisis grabbed the attention of the media, politicians and the sports establishment. So, when I received a review copy of Throwaway Players: The Concussion Crisis from Pee Wee Football to the NFL by Gay Culverhouse, I was a bit skeptical that it could add anything new to the discussion.

I couldn't have been more wrong! I loved this book!

Throwaway Players: The Concussion Crisis from Pee Wee Football to the NFL by Gay Culverhouse offers an oftentimes painfully honest, up-close-and-personal glimpse into a world of concussions.

MomsTeam Turns Eleven

Founder Brooke de Lench talks about the eleventh anniversary of the launching of MomsTeam in August 2011 and being the leader in concussion education for sports parents.

Prevent Heat Illness By Empowering Parents, Expert Says

With fall sports beginning around the country, it is critically important for parents to be pro-active when it comes to preventing heat illness. "Parents need to be empowered to question coaches," says Dr. Susan Yeargin. "Coaches are often viewed as 'knowing best.' But that isn't always the case."

Brooke de Lench

My Son’s Coach Is Making Him Wear Pads In 100 Degree Heat — What Can I Do?

Submitted by Brooke de Lench on Thu, 07/28/2011 - 14:36. | comments

I have really been feeling the heat lately, both literally and figuratively.

It began when I travelled to the steambath that was Williamsburg, Virginia last weekend to give two talks to over 1,000 parents of some of the most elite high school football players in the nation attending a four-day training camp, and the heat didn't let up when I returned to my office this week.

I have really been feeling the heat lately, both literally and figuratively. t began when I travelled to the steambath that was Williamsburg,
Virginia to give two talks to over 1,000 parents of some of
the most elite high school football players in the nation attending a
four-day training camp, and the heat didn't let up when I returned to my
office.

Kids, Sports, and Concussion: An Indispensible Resource For Parents and Coaches

Kids, Sports and Concussions sets the gold standard for books on sports-related concussions. It covers everything a sports parent and coach needs to know about concussions - and more, says MomsTeam founder and publisher, Brooke de Lench.

Brooke de Lench

Heads Up New Jersey! Second Annual Sports Concussion Summit on Sunday, July 17 in Plainsboro

Submitted by Brooke de Lench on Mon, 07/11/2011 - 19:54. | comments

Heads up to physicians and health care providers in the Garden State: here's a chance to learn about sport concussions from some of top experts in the field as, this coming Sunday, July 17, 2011, the Athletic Trainers Society of New Jersey will hold its second annual sports concussion summit in Plainsboro.

Brooke de Lench

Win Copy of Sports Illustrated Kids' 3D Sports Blast Book

Submitted by Brooke de Lench on Sun, 07/10/2011 - 20:08. | comments

We rarely have so much fun with a new book as we have been having with the Sports Illustrated Kids' 3D Sports Blast. Everyone who comes into our office grabs the book and puts on the 3D glasses that come with the book and pour over the pages. Each walks away with a truly unique sports experience. Sports Illustrated 3D Sports Blast cover

We love this book and have two new copies to give away. Just follow the rules at the end of this blog to learn how to enter.

Sports Illustrated puts it best:

Brooke de Lench

Casting Call for The Revolution: Weight Loss Edition

Submitted by Brooke de Lench on Thu, 06/30/2011 - 15:36. | comments

Two weeks ago, my friend, Jacques, a Swiss endocrinoligst with a specialty in diabetes, came to Boston to visit for the week and to attend the Endocrine Society annual meeting. For two weeks each year, Jacques runs a successful sports camp for diabetic athletes in St Moritz, where they learn how to monitor their glucose levels and are taught ways to become motivated and more active and fit.

Brooke de Lench