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Shin guards made an appearance in 1874 and were made from large cricket pads to protect the front of the leg. As the speed of the game increased these grew smaller and many players discarded them altogether. Tired players preferred to playout the later stages of the games with their socks rolled down. This prevented cramp and gave them extra freedom. However the rules of the game no longer allow this. Shin guards protect by spreading loads over wider areas of the skin. The force of the initial impact is reduced as peak pressure is dampened down. The properties of the materials display energy absorbing characteristics, which further protect the player's leg from injury. Modern Shin guards are made with a hard outside casing and a soft inner layer. Outer surface is crafted in thermoplastic materials with shock absorbing inner material made from Ethyl Vinyl Acetate (EVA) or other foam type material. Shin guards do not absorb large quantities of energy and so are unlikely to prevent bone fractures from high energy type trauma.
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What equipment do you need in soccer?
Field equipment needed for an indoor soccer match includes 2 soccer goals and a soccer ball. Player equipment includes indoor soccer cleats, clothing (soccer socks, shorts, jersey), and shin guards. You should never play soccer without shin guards.
When were Shin guards introduced?
the were invented during the world war2 when muffins fell from the sky and turned evil and ate your family so be careful cause thell rebel
What are Shin guard for in soccer?
If you get tacked in your shin so it does not snap back. Or if someone misses the ball and kick you... it really hurts.
Are there negative effects on soccer?
Shin splits, bag knees (goalies), ankle issues, and pulling muscles during the game
What is the difference between shin pads now to when soccer first started?
They weren't around when the game started, they evolved into the game. They are now a lot more stronger and give more protection than the earlier versions.
What were the first soccer shin guards made of?
They were originally made of hay.
What is the name of the soccer pads?
Shin guards.
What is the name of the pads from soccer for legs?
Shin guards.
Why do they not make high top soccer cleats?
Because they wear shin guards and most of the shin guards go down to your ankles.
What items you need to play soccer?
Shoes,Shin guards and a ball
When did people first start wearing shin guards and cleats while playing soccer?
i think they started wearing shin Gard's in 1864 but im not 100% sure
What are the soccer items?
cleats shin guards long socks soccer ball jersey goal net soccer field
Is it a must to Wear shin guards while playing soccer with adults?
Not in the slightest
What type of shin guards professional soccer player use?
Professional soccer players are not required to wear any certain type of shin guard. Most soccer players in high level soccer, my team included, wear small tough shin guards that aren't bulky but still offer protection. I myself use Nike shin guards, but there is no official requirement for brand or type.
What pads are worn for leg protection?
They are commonly referred to as "Shin Pads" or "Shin Guards".
Are shin guards needed to play an official game of soccer?
Oh yes they are needed for protection.
How has technology improved soccer equipment?
Shin guards are stronger, cleats can retract, and there is tecnology for cooling down tirred soccer players.
