Hockey players typically check their helmets for proper fit and secure any loose straps before putting them on. They also ensure that the chin strap is fastened snugly under their chin to provide maximum protection during play.
The term "leatherhead" is often used to refer to old-school football players who wore leather helmets. The name comes from the material used in the helmets, as leather was the primary material before the introduction of plastic helmets in the 1950s.
1939 is when the NCAA made facemasks in football mandatory. Before then, players wore leather helmets without a facemask on them.
The tar is pine tar, which the players touch before batting so as to get a better (stickier) grip on the bat
By tying a scarf or some cloth on your head before wearing helmets.
They wore helmets long before world war 1.
Players in PGA tournaments must adhere to the rules regarding putting, which include not anchoring the putter to the body, not using any artificial devices to assist in alignment, and not testing the surface of the green before making a stroke.
The NFL (National Football Leage) did not make the plastic helmets mandatory until the year 1943 because of concussions from the rubber helmets that were used before.
Bike helmets typically last about 5-10 years before needing to be replaced, depending on usage and any damage sustained.
When deciding what to do with old ski helmets, consider donating them to a local ski resort for reuse or recycling them at a specialized facility. It's important to ensure that the helmets are no longer safe for use before disposing of them.
Putting the cart before the horse means doing things in the wrong order.
Yes, you can say "uno" before putting the card down.
Funny! So they don't get killed before they hit their "intended" target.