SAFR Sports Launches E-Commerce Store, Making Advanced Helmet Protection More Accessible to Youth Athletes and Families

Philadelphia, PA — SAFR, an innovative leader in athlete safety solutions, today announced the launch of its new e-commerce platform at safrsports.com/shop, marking a significant step forward in making advanced head protection more accessible to athletes, families, and programs nationwide. As part of this launch, SAFR is introducing Standard Helmet Covers, initially available in black […]

Philadelphia City Council Recognizes SAFR for Making Philadelphia the City with the Safest High School Programs in the Nation

January 22, 2026 Philadelphia, PA – The City of Philadelphia formally recognizes locally based SAFR, for its leadership in advancing concussion prevention and athlete protection through proven football helmet cover technology.   In collaboration with donations from city-wide sponsors and the International Student Athlete Academy (ISAA), SAFR outfitted more than 1,500 high school athletes with protective […]

SAFR Releases High School Concussion Data: Helmet Covers Lead to Significant Injury Reduction

SAFR Sports, the innovator in advanced helmet cover technology, today announced groundbreaking results from a study comparing concussion rates in high school football players across two consecutive seasons, 2023 and 2024. The data reveals a remarkable 48% reduction in concussions among teams that utilized SAFR helmet covers, underscoring its effectiveness. The results of the study, […]

SAFR Sports Announces Perry Mandera as Newest Board Member

SAFR Sports is proud to announce the appointment of Perry Mandera to its Board of Directors. Mr. Mandera brings an extensive background in transportation, business development, and community service, making him a valuable addition to the SAFR Sports team.

SAFR and Carolina Panthers Unite for Player Safety: Launch of Hero Initiative

SAFR Launches Carolina Panthers Hero Initiative to promote head safety across the sport of football.  This month, the Quail Hollow Club in Charlotte, NC witnessed the dawn of a groundbreaking initiative as SAFR proudly announced the launch of the Carolina Panthers Hero Initiative. With the esteemed presence of several Carolina Panthers players, including the passionate […]

SAFR Sports sponsors the U.S. Army Bowl

The nation’s top high school football players will square off in the U.S. Army Bowl wearing game day ready SAFR Helmet Covers to help reduce the risk of concussion. SAFR Sports is pleased to sponsor the 2023 U.S. Army Bowl, America’s biggest high school football All-American game. The game will be played in Frisco, Texas on Monday, December […]

Billy Ard interviewed on SiriusXM NFL Radio

In this interview SAFR Sports Director, Billy Ard discusses SAFR Helmet Covers with NFL Radio’s Bob Papa, and explains how it reduces the force of head-to-head impact, providing up to 77% reduction of football concussions. He also discussed that unlike other protective covers, the SAFR Helmet Cover is game day ready. Play the interview:

Virginia Tech teammates wear SAFR Helmet Covers in game 

Two starting offensive linemen who play for Virginia Tech are wearing SAFR Helmet Covers on game day, starting with their September 30th win against Pittsburgh. SAFR’s product is scientifically proven to reduce the risk of concussion, and the Hokies have been wearing helmet covers during team practices this year.   Co-captain Kaden Moore, a red-shirt junior who […]