Loveland, Ohio
How Superspecs grant equipment
The Superspecs / Play Hard. Don’t Blink. sports eye safety program works with organized Ohio youth baseball, softball, basketball, and soccer leagues to prevent eye injuries by donating protective equipment free of charge. In addition, we offer sports safety goggles on an individual basis for children participating in a variety of athletic activities.
Our goal is to serve as many leagues as possible. We give careful consideration to each application we receive. Participating leagues applying for additional equipment to add teams or replace equipment will be served based on helmet availability. We hope that if you’ve already benefited from our program, you’ll support sports eye safety efforts by purchasing additional protective equipment through league funds.
This year’s applications are now open and close by October 2023 or until we run out. If your league qualifies, your equipment will be mailed to you for the upcoming 2024 season.
Types of eye protection
Soccer and basketball goggles: REC SPECS unisex goggles designed for maximum protection and comfort. All goggles donated through our program meet or exceed ASTM F803 impact resistance standards. Can also be used for squash, badminton, racquetball, paddleball, handball, or tennis. Download our sports goggles spec sheet here to find the goggles that will work best for your program or child.
Baseball batting helmets: Rawlings batting helmets with a protective face mask. Five helmets are provided to each participating team. Helmets are one-size-fits-all and come in black. Helmets meet NOCSAE safety standards.
Softball batting helmets: RIP-IT Vision Pro softball helmets provide a wider field of view and better peripheral vision than any other fastpitch helmet. Helmets are ultra lightweight, eliminate glare, wick moisture, and have 21 strategically placed air vents keep you cool.
Softball fielder’s masks: RIP-IT Fielder’s Masks are ultra-light weight, and have steel construction for maximum visibility and durability. They also include moisture management padding (that’s replaceable and washable) to absorb sweat. Four fielder’s masks are provided per team.
Guidelines for Application
Super easy to apply
Applications are now open for the 2024 season.
Apply for sports gear, here.
- Baseball and Softball Helmets Application
- Soccer and Basketball Non-Prescription Goggles Application
- Softball Fielder’s Masks Application
