Answer:
Duxbury Pop Warner provides your:

• helmet
• shoulder pads
• practice pants
• game pants
• game jerseys
• mouth-guard
• hip, tail, thigh and knee pads

All the above equipment, except the mouth-guard is due back to the equipment shed at the end of the season. Failure to return equipment on or before the return date will result in your being billed up to $300.00.

Question:
What equipment do I have to provide?

Answer:
You will need to provide:

• a practice jersey
• a girdle
• a chinstrap
• an athletic supporter

All the above equipment, except the athletic supporter may be purchased through Duxbury Pop Warner. All the above equipment is yours to keep at the end of the season.

You may purchase optional equipment such as cleats, gloves, braces, chin sleeves, etc.. You should discuss your need for such equipment with your coach prior to purchase. (Metal cleats are not allowed and rubber cleats must not exceed ½”).

Question:
When and where do I get the equipment you provide?

Answer:
Football player equipment will be distributed by team specified evenings in July at the Sharks equipment shed. The shed is located behind the Duxbury Middle School, beside the football field.

Question:
Where do I get the equipment I have to provide?

Answer:
All optional equipment can be purchased at any major sporting goods store such as Dick's Sporting Goods and Sports Authority in Plymouth.

Question:
What if I have a problem with my equipment?

Answer:
Most equipment problems can be resolved by making simple adjustments with the right tools. See your coach or the equipment manager for assistance.

Question:
What if my helmet hurts my head?

Answer:
Your helmet must fit tightly to protect your head, so it’s very common for your helmet to hurt your head for the first couple of weeks. We recommend that you wear your helmet for an hour or so each day just before camp. If your helmet still causes discomfort after a couple of days, see your coach or the equipment manager for assistance.

Question:
How do I take care of my equipment?

Answer:

Game Uniform:

• Remove pads from pants
• Wash in warm water with like colors
• Do not use bleach
• Allow to air dry

Helmet:

• Wash inside and out with mild soap and water as needed
• Tighten loose screws as needed
• Contact the equipment manager if any part of the helmet is damaged or missing

Shoulder Pads:

• Wash with mild soap and water as needed
• Contact the equipment manager if straps or laces are torn or cut

Question:
What if I confuse my helmet with someone else’s?

Answer:
Contact the equipment manager who can track everyone’s helmet by number.

Question:
What if I return my equipment later than the return date?

Answer:
Late returns mean extra trips to the equipment shed, additional paperwork and hours of extra work for the equipment manager. Late returns on equipment will also cost you $25.00.

Question:
What if I lose or damage some or all of my equipment?

Answer:
Normal wear and tear on football equipment is expected. However, you will be billed for replacement of lost or abused equipment at the costs below:

• game jerseys $80.00 per jersey
• game pants $20.00
• helmet $65.00
• shoulder pads $30.00
• practice pants $15.00
• 7-piece pad set $10.00