I look at this differently; 3d giving the user a choice and promoting personal liability, which is refreshing in the nanny state that we are becoming. They are also not forcing participants to run out and buy a helmet while this is all up in the air. Not a bad deal really.
That is a fair point, but you lost me at the end. Nothing is "up in the air". The Cascade R and Warrior Regulator are not certified helmets until or if a modified version of each are tested out and certified. 3d's position is stating we are stepping away from US Lacrosse and NOCSAE rule and making the best lawyers' attempt to disclaim liability. Who knows how that holds up if a kid gets seriously hurt.
As a prior poster noted, 'tis the season for prospect days. Will these be cancelled, will NCAA coaches notice that no player can participate in a non-certified helmet, or will they just shrug and do the events? This is a sport where every challenge seems to be met with non-conformity to follow the rules or guidelines, which is a bad deal really. [/quote]
Statement sent for upcoming Prospect camp:
First and foremost, many of you have contacted us about the recent NOCSAE ruling on the Cascade R and Warrior Regulator helmets. We HIGHLY encourage all Prospect Day participants to wear a NOCSAE-certified helmet if possible. If you plan to wear one of the voided helmets during the Prospect Day, please pay close attention to the following paragraphs.
As with all Cavalier Elite Lacrosse events and programs, all participants sign a waiver confirming that they are fully aware of and appreciate the risks associated with participation in lacrosse programming and/or events. (This was done through the online registration.) To that end, we are notifying all participants that, by participating in our events or programs, you acknowledge that you are aware of the NOCSAE announcement regarding the voiding of certification of the Cascade R and Warrior Regulator lacrosse helmets and that, if you (your son) choose to participate in our events or programs while wearing either of these specified models, that your (their) participation is voluntary and that you knowingly assume all risks inherent in their participation.
This notice informs you of the assumption of risk and, by freely and voluntarily participating in our event, you confirm that you are giving up substantial Rights, including your right to sue, and providing Cavalier Elite Lacrosse, LLC an unconditional release of all liability to the fullest extent allowed by the law. If you would like to review our waiver, you can find it HERE.
As the voided certifications affect a vast majority of lacrosse players (including us here at the University of Virginia), we have been in close contact with Cascade specifically about what to do right now. Please refer to the message on the homepage of the Cascade website, cascadelacrosse.com. If you cannot read that message, you can find it in its entirety HERE. If you have a Cascade R or Warrior Regulator, you have a few options:
If you also have a Cascade Pro 7 or Cascade CPX-R, you can wear one of those. If you do not own one, you may be able to borrow one from a friend, neighbor, or teammate. Those models are still NOCSAE certified.
If you do not own one of those helmets nor do you have access to one, you are encouraged to go to your local lacrosse retailer to swap out your helmet for a NOCSAE-certified model. You can call the Cascade Customer Support line for help in locating the nearest retailer at 800-537-1702.
If you have a Warrior Regulator helmet, it seems that they have a similar plan in place for providing a NOCASE-certified helmet. You can call their Customer Service line at 1-800-968-7845.
