U.S. Soccer Announces Ban on Heading for U-11 Players

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In response to a class-action lawsuit that sought rules changes and a reduction in concussions, U.S. Soccer announced guidelines on Monday that will prohibit young players from heading the ball.

The announced changes will strictly prohibit players younger than 11 from heading the ball, and reduce the amount of headers in practice for players aged 11 to 13.

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