To ensure the safety of players in the violent and full-contact version of curling, specific equipment must be worn by each player. Here are the equipment requirements:
1. Helmet with Facemask:
– All players are required to wear a helmet with a facemask to protect their head and face from potential impacts and injuries during gameplay.
2. Bevor:
– Players must wear a bevor, which is an armor piece mounted on the shoulder, designed to protect the wearer’s neck from strikes and collisions.
3. Padding and Plated Armor:
– To provide additional protection, players must wear padded and plated armor on their body. This includes chest plates, shoulder pads, and back plates to minimize the risk of injury from direct hits.
4. Ice Cleats:
– Players must wear ice cleats on their footwear to ensure better traction and stability on the ice surface. This helps prevent slips and falls during the intense physical movements in the game.
5. Leg, Knee, Groin Pads, and Gloves:
– For lower-body protection, players are required to wear leg, knee, and groin pads to safeguard these vulnerable areas from potential impacts and collisions.
– Additionally, gloves must be worn to protect the hands and fingers from injury during gameplay.
By enforcing these equipment rules, the league aims to prioritize player safety and minimize the risk of serious injuries in the violent and full-contact version of curling.
