Welcome to BRYC's Parent and Player Safety information page. On this page you will find information relating to Heads Up Football, concussion awareness, and any information in relation to your player's safety in an effort to make football a better and safer game.
 

Heads Up Football Overview
For information on USA's Heads Up Football program, visit USA Football Heads Up Tackling.
Proper Nutrition and Hydration

Proper nutrition and hydration is paramount to the success of any athlete. Nutrition and hydration happens off the football field. While coaches provide water breaks in practice, proper hydration happens at home. To learn more about how to properly feed and hydrate, please visit these links:
 

• USA Football Hydration Tips
  • Avoid caffeine and energy drinks. Note: The Virginia High School League has banned the use of energy drinks by high school student-athletes and the Fairfax County Youth Football League has banned the use of energy drinks and drinks containing significant amounts of caffeine by players on the sidelines during games.
• USA Football Nutrition Information

Educational Presentations/Videos

USA Football Player Health and Safety Videos   Click here to see videos and training presentation on topics including MRSA, concussions, heat and hydration, and nutrition.

BRYC Football First Aid Presentation
 

BRYC's Player Safety Coaches

, Head Player Safety Coach

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