Q: What should my son/daughter wear?
A: SPRING/FALL LEAGUE ONLY: We highly recommend dressing in layers (parents too!). Often the field is windy and the weather can be deceiving. Layers include:
WINTER LEAGUE: The league is indoor, however we still encourage layers.
Q: Is there any mandatory equipment?
A: Yes! Mandatory items include:
Soft Shell Helmets: participants will be required to wear soft shell helmets (with the exception of quarterbacks-see the rules for details). Each participant will have the option to rent or buy a helmet during the registration process. Players that do not have helmets will not be able to play.
Q: What other equipment/supplies are needed?
A: The following items are recommended:
Q: Why are soft shell helmets mandatory?
A: The goal is to create a culture of player safety within the my7on7 league. The rules of the game have been established to minimize contact however, even in non-contact situations, collisions still occur. This has been adopted nationally by many other non-contact football leagues.
Q: Is the soft shell helmet mandatory?
A: YES.
Q: How do I buy/rent a soft shell helmet?
A: During registration you have the option to either purchase or rent a soft shell helmet.
Q: How much does the soft shell helmet cost?
A: Refer to your specific registration for the cost of the helmet. Note, that helmets that have been 'rented' MUST be in good condition in order to receive the refund. Any "markings" of names, numbers, etc. will be considered damaged and refunds will not be provided.
Q: What size do I need?
A: Please refer to the size chart in the registration process and follow the instructions closely.
Q: What if the soft shell helmet doesn’t fit?
A: Please follow the size chart prior to ordering to ensure accurate size. My7on7 will make every effort to assist with exchanges but there are no guarantees.
Q: I purchased a soft shell helmet but no longer want it, can I return it?
A: All soft shell helmet sales are final.
Q: I purchased a soft shell helmet but we are cancelling our registration – can I get my money back?
A: Pending the date of the cancellation, helmets may be refunded. Please see your specific registration for details.
Q: I have my own soft shell helmet, can I wear that?
A: Yes. However, My7on7 encourages that all soft shell helmets meet Virgina Tech Helmet Lab safety certified standards of at least a 4-star safety rating and 95% head coverage.
Q: How do I clean the soft shelled helmet?
A: The product is washable — no more sweaty, smelly headgear
Q: How long do they last?
A: If taken care of properly, the helmet will be good for at least 5 years.
Q: I rented a soft shell helmet, but now I want to keep it -what should I do?
A: Nothing. Just keep it.
Q: I bought/rented a helmet – when will I get it?
A: Helmets will be distributed on the first date of the season.
Q: My soft shell helmet is lost
A: If you rented the soft shell helmet, you will not receive the refund at the end of the season.