The latest news from our team, partners, and supporters.
TeachAids announced today it has partnered with U.S. Soccer to incorporate CrashCourse materials into its suite of concussion education offerings. “At U.S. Soccer, our primary concern for all ages and levels of participants is health and safety,” said U.S. Soccer Chief Medical Officer Dr. George Chiampas. “We take head injuries especially seriously. We are delighted…
TeachAids announced today a partnership with U.S. Ski & Snowboard to provide their members with the CrashCourse cutting-edge concussion education resources as part of the organization’s ongoing commitment to athlete health and wellness. “CrashCourse will not only enhance our ability as an organization to educate athletes and coaches, but thanks to TeachAids’ extensive network, it…
Photo Credit: Texas Woman’s University As TeachAids continues to fortify its CrashCourse concussion curriculum, we are grateful that Sara Lowe Lilly, Synchronized Swimming Coach at Texas Woman’s University, is joining as an Advisor. At just 15 years of age, Lilly moved to San Francisco to pursue her athletic career in synchronized swimming. After being accepted…
TeachAids is pleased to announce a new partnership with USA Gymnastics. As part of their organization’s commitment to athlete health and wellness, they will provide members access to the CrashCourse concussion education. “The safety and well-being of our athletes is our top priority,” said Kim Kranz, USA Gymnastics Chief of Athlete Wellness. “Partnering with industry…
Photo Credit: Glenn Asakawa Throughout her career, Dr. Theresa Hernández, the Associate Dean for Research for the College of Arts and Sciences and Professor in the Department of Psychology and Neuroscience at the University of Colorado Boulder, has made significant contributions to our understanding of functional recovery and its vulnerability to stress following concussion or…
Photo Credit: Mercury News TeachAids proudly welcomes Josh Sutcliffe, Director of Stanford Rugby, as a CrashCourse Advisor. As a former athlete with eight years of coaching experience in a contact-heavy sport, Sutcliffe brings valuable concussion expertise to the team. An Australian native, Sutcliffe represented several Australian universities before moving to the USA and receiving his…
Photo Credit: Vernon Doucette, Boston University As we work to improve concussion education for young athletes, we are grateful for the guidance of Dr. Robert Cantu, who brings decades of experience in neurology and sports medicine to TeachAids. Dr. Cantu’s deep expertise in brain injury research and position as a leader in his field make…
As a social nonprofit, TeachAids drives impact through developing innovative health education products and engaging communities of talented and passionate youth. Each year, TeachAids hosts a cohort of bright and passionate interns and provides them with a practical toolkit of research and communication skills that they can use in their scholastic endeavours and beyond. Many…
Starting today, Doak Walker Award winner, Heisman Trophy finalist, and CrashCourse Ambassador Bryce Love will be considered in the NFL draft. With his unparalleled speed and agility, Love’s top-level athleticism is a testament to his potential as a future NFL player. Starting as one of the best young track stars in American history, Love went…
Today, TeachAids announced a collaboration with California Youth Football Alliance (CAYFA), a nonprofit dedicated to improving safety in youth football. CAYFA has been working to advance the sport of football by equipping the football community with the policies, processes, and technology needed to keep athletes safe and healthy. As part of CAYFA’s online training resources, they…
Photo Credit: Kevin Jairaj, USA Today Sports Bob Bowlsby, one of the most respected athletic leaders in the nation, joins TeachAids on its latest concussion education initiative, CrashCourse. Bowlsby has been instrumental in transforming college athletics and supporting student-athlete wellbeing. Bowlsby’s investments in student-athletes have been awe-inspiring. Under his leadership, the Big-12 has won 19…
Today, we are pleased to announce a new partnership with Positive Coaching Alliance (PCA), a national nonprofit dedicated to transforming youth sports culture. Together, we will provide the TeachAids CrashCourse interactive learning experience which educates youth and parents nationwide about concussions. Since its founding, PCA’s resources have reached more than 8.6 million youth and high…
