The National Federation of State High School Associations has announced rules changes for the 2007-08 soccer season. Most of the rules changes deal with improper equipment and the resulting penalties. Shinguards are a major focus.
“Players no longer will be able to wear inappropriate, undersized shinguards,” Lombardi said. “Manufacturers are required to produce shinguards that will minimize risk to players. Correctly sized and safety-regulated shinguards should greatly assist in the reduction of leg injuries in high school soccer.”
