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It's Safety First with Gared Touchline Soccer Goals

Alison Harre — 2012-01-13T00:00:00-05:00

In August 2010, Illinois Governor Pat Quinn signed “Zach’s Law” which requires that all portable soccer goals sold in Illinois to be tip-proof.The law was name after Zachary Tran, who was killed when a 184-pound steel soccer goal fell over and hit his head[1]. Illinois is the first state to pass such a law, but increased concerns over athlete safety with regard to heavy and possibly dangerous sports equipment will surely lead to similar laws passed in states across country.

Popularity Explodes for America’s Oldest Sport

Kara Oughton — 2012-02-04T00:00:00-05:00

Lacrosse is back, and it’s here to stay! Played by Native Americans centuries ago to prepare for war, heal the sick, and develop strong warriors, lacrosse has become a growing presence in high school and collegiate sports in recent years, and is now one of the fastest growing team sports in the United States. So why has lacrosse become so popular, and what can you do as a dealer to keep up with one of the hottest trends in sports?

New Gared Portable

2011-07-20T00:00:00-04:00

Is your basketball facility ready for the optimal play of the madness of March?

Laura St. George — 2012-02-29T00:00:00-05:00

Is your basketball facility ready for the optimal play of the madness of March? Make sure to check out GARED’s March PlayRx™ blog on the check points to ensure that your facility shines in the replays of the game winning buzzer beater.

GARED Hosts Bracketology Challenge - Winner Gets Upgraded Basketball Equipment Donated to Local School

Laura St. George — 2012-03-05T00:00:00-05:00

GARED Hosts Bracketology Challenge Winner Gets Upgraded Basketball Equipment Donated to Local School

PlayRX from GARED: Are your bleachers safe?

Kara Oughton — 2012-04-09T00:00:00-04:00

Bleachers are a popular seating choice for spectators, fans, and players to gather in large numbers and view local sporting events, ceremonies, and other community activities. But unfortunately, old and outdated bleachers that haven’t been properly maintained can cause injury and even death. In 1999, there were approximately 22,000 bleacher-related injuries in emergency rooms across the United States. Almost a third of these injuries were as a result of the person falling from or through the bleachers and onto the ground below. A large majority of these falls involved children under the age of 15. Below are some guidelines recommended by the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission to help facility owners, maintenance staff, and school officials make sure that their facility’s bleachers are the safest possible.

GARED® sponsors inaugural Camogie Juniors Tournament!

Alison Harre — 2012-05-27T00:00:00-04:00

On Saturday on May 26, 2012 the St. Louis Camogie & Ladies Gaelic Football Club hosted the inaugural Camogie Juniors Tournament. The tournament was located at the Langenberg Field in the famous St. Louis Forest Park. Teams from Atlanta, Indianapolis, Baltimore, and Washington DC traveled from all over the United States to play in this Camogie tournament. In addition, individual players from Chicago, Milwaukee, Seattle and San Francisco also joined in participating with the tournament this past weekend.

Indoor Gymnasium Maintenance

Stacy Sizelove — 2012-10-10T00:00:00-04:00

Indoor Gymnasium Maintenance

Now with summer over and the school year in full swing, the last thing some people think about should be the first thing on their minds and that is gym safety. The safety of the students, staff members, and customers that use your gymnasium must be ensured at all costs. Especially now that school is back in session, it is absolutely essential that the people inside your gymnasium are protected from all potential threats of injury.

System-wide Message

2011-05-23T00:00:00-04:00

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