Not All 5-STAR Rated Protective Flag Football Headbands Are Created Equal
Unlock everything you need to know about football helmet testing and why it should play a part in deciding what helmet to buy.
The First Limited Edition LOOP is Here
The LOOP Americana just dropped. Limited edition. No restocks. Once it's gone, it's gone.
It’s Official: Meet Our Latest LOOP Athlete Additions
We have added six athletes to our LOOP Athlete lineup, each repping the next generation of better protection in flag football. Here's who joined the squad:
Is Flag Football Actually Safer?
Guardian Sports COO Jake Hanson dropped serious knowledge at RCX. Here's what every Flag and 7v7 coach needs to know about LOOP headgear and keeping your squad better protected on the field.
GHSA Mandates Headgear For 2026 Flag Football Season
GHSA has mandated protective headgear with a 5-Star Virginia Tech Helmet rating in all flag football games starting Fall 2026.
What Does a Virginia Tech 5-STAR Rating Actually Mean?
Virginia Tech's Helmet Lab runs one of the most trusted independent helmet safety programs in the world.
LOOP Named Official Headgear of Prep Redzone 7v7
Prep Network and Guardian Sports today announced a new partnership that will introduce the LOOP headband to athletes competing across the Prep Redzone 7v7 tournament circuit in 2026.
LOOP: The Next Generation
Guardian Sports, creators of the Guardian Cap, is proud to announce the launch of the LOOP 2.0 in partnership with Schutt.
LOOP Frequently Asked Questions
A look at frequently asked questions on LOOP: the highest-rated, most affordable soft-shell multisport headgear.
Guardian LOOP | Girl’s Flag Football Earns Official Recognition in 15 States
This April, Washington became the 15th state to officially sanction girl’s flag football at the high school level – shattering a major piece of the glass ceiling that’s hovered over the sport for decades.