At Voxx Sports, our roots are in sports. We’re committed to the spirit of competition at every level and we’re passionate about those who push the limits and unleash their maximum potential. Our goal was to take the knowledge from over 45 years of research and findings and apply it in a practical and easy way. When the body’s nervous system operates effectively, the body is able to reach its performance potential. Our focus was on the athlete and the game. Make the science applicable and usable. Enter Voxx Sports. With either the Upper VoxxPower Guard or Lower VoxxStealth Guard, you’ll increase strength, balance, stamina and range of motion. Voxx Powerguards and Stealth guards use our proprietary technology and a convenient “boil and bite” method to form perfectly to each person, instantly increasing your potential and protecting you from injury. Shatter your limits with Voxx Sports performance mouthguards. FIND YOUR NEW EDGE We don’t make “mouthguards”. We make “performance mouthguards”. It’s a new kind of advantage. Both Upper and Lower Voxx Guards are engineered to get you to the next level of performance. With 45 years of science behind each guard, you optimize strength, stamina, balance and range of motion. Each Voxx Guard is self-fitting using a “boil and bite” method. And because it’s done at home, results are virtually instant. Voxx Guards let you train harder, play longer and shorten recovery time. VoxxPower Guards are the competitive advantage you’re looking for. Quick. Proven. It’s your new potential. VOXXPOWER GUARD With the VoxxPower Guard, power meets protection. You get all the benefits to stretch your physical limits. You also get the peace of mind knowing that you're protected from injury. The VoxxPower Guard is perfect for contact sports like football, boxing, MMA, hockey, basketball and rugby. Let your potential explode to the next level. VOXXSTEALTH GUARD With the Lower Stealthguard, overall performance will really take off. We're talkin' yoga, workouts, tennis, soccer, volleyball and just about any other non-impact activity. You get improved strength, endurance, balance, range of motion and increased breathing capacity. Voxx Stealth is ideal for non- contact sports, where speech and communication are crucial. Voxx Stealth is tailored to you VOXXPOWER GUARD Benefits for Athletes Improved Protection Voxx stabilizes the jaw and creates a safety space at the base of the skull that greatly reduces the risk of jaw impact and TMJ injuries. Voxx's exclusive dual layer cushioned construction offers added protection from injury. Increased Strength with VOXXPOWER GUARD A critical factor in many sports and physical activities, increases in strength have an immediate impact on fitness, training and performance. Improved Balance with VOXXPOWER GUARD The ability to maintain position, remain centred and consistently perform a skill is often the by-product of one important attribute - balance. Improved Range of Motion& Flexibility with VOXXPOWER GUARD Gains in flexibility and range of motion benefit a wide range of physical activities and sports. Whether you are training , exercising or playing your favourite sport added mobility can make the all-important difference. Improved Training Endurance & Recovery Improved training and recovery will lead to overall better fitness and less injuries from any physical activity. POWER MOUTHGUARD
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At Voxx Sports, our roots are in sports. We’re committed to the spirit of competition at every level and we’re passionate about those who push the limits and unleash their maximum potential.
Our goal was to take the knowledge from over 45 years of research and findings and apply it in a practical and easy way. When the body’s nervous system operates effectively, the body is able to reach its performance potential. Our focus was on the athlete and the game. Make the science applicable and usable.
Enter Voxx Sports. With either the Upper VoxxPower Guard or Lower VoxxStealth Guard, you’ll increase strength, balance, stamina and range of motion. Voxx Powerguards and Stealth guards use our proprietary technology and a convenient “boil and bite” method to form perfectly to each person, instantly increasing your potential and protecting you from injury.
Shatter your limits with Voxx Sports performance mouthguards.
FIND YOURNEW EDGE
We don’t make “mouthguards”. We make “performance mouthguards”. It’s a new kind of advantage. Both Upper and Lower Voxx Guards are engineered to get you to the next level of performance. With 45 years of science behind each guard, you optimize strength, stamina, balance and range of motion. Each Voxx Guard is self-fitting using a “boil and bite” method. And because it’s done at home, results are virtually instant. Voxx Guards let you train harder, play longer and shorten recovery time. VoxxPower Guards are the competitive advantage you’re looking for. Quick. Proven. It’s your new potential.
VOXXPOWERGUARD
With the VoxxPower Guard, power meets protection. You get all the benefits to stretch your physical limits. You also get the peace of mind knowing that you're protected from injury. The VoxxPower Guard is perfect for contact sports like football, boxing, MMA, hockey, basketball and rugby. Let your potential explode to the next level.
VOXXSTEALTHGUARD
With the Lower Stealthguard, overall performance will really take off. We're talkin' yoga, workouts, tennis, soccer, volleyball and just about any other non-impact activity. You get improved strength, endurance, balance, range of motion and increased breathing capacity. Voxx Stealth is ideal for non-contact sports, where speech and communication are crucial. Voxx Stealth is tailored to you
VOXXPOWER GUARD Benefits for AthletesImproved ProtectionVoxx stabilizes the jaw and creates a safety space at the base of the skull that greatly reduces the risk of jaw impact and TMJ injuries. Voxx's exclusive dual layer cushioned construction offers added protection from injury.
Increased Strength with VOXXPOWER GUARDA critical factor in many sports and physical activities, increases in strength have an immediate impact on fitness, training and performance.
Improved Balance with VOXXPOWER GUARDThe ability to maintain position, remain centred and consistently perform a skill is often the by-product of one important attribute - balance.
Improved Range of Motion& Flexibility with VOXXPOWER GUARDGains in flexibility and range of motion benefit a wide range of physical activities and sports. Whether you are training , exercising or playing your favourite sport added mobility can make the all-important difference.
Improved Training Endurance & RecoveryImproved training and recovery will lead to overall better fitness and less injuries from any physical activity.
Contact: Bud Azzopardi 1-800-915-5596
POWERMOUTHGUARD
HOW IT WORKS:IT’S SCIENCE, NON-FICTION.Many years of research, observation and trial and error, lead to the conclusion that human body responds most efficiently when the jaw and the 9 cranial nerves that
pass around and through the area of the TMJ joint are decompressed and relaxed and at ‘rest’. The muscles of the neuro-muscular system function more efficiently
from this this point of ‘rest’. When the TMJ and cranial nerves are not at ‘rest’, there is a physiologic weakening in one’s body, and explosive power in performance is
diminished. Decompressing the TMJ and cranial nerves is the key to improving strength, speed, agility, balance as well as improve cognitive/visual reaction times, that
is unique to every individual.
The VoxxGuard’s success lies in its ability to decompress and relax the TMJ and cranial nerves thus establishing unstrained and uninhibited neuro- pathways of the
cranial nerves to the mid-brain region . The decompressed and relaxed nerves lead to a potentiation of the neuro-input to the mid-brain region and pons and the
nuclei therein.
Imagine the neuro-pathways of the cranial nerves are a garden hose that has water (neuro-input) running through it. In normal instances tension and compression in
the TMJ and cranial nerves leads to a constriction or impedance in the hose limiting the flow of water, it is as if someone is stepping on the hose. The VoxxGuard
removes that constriction and impedance, seemingly lifting the foot off of the garden hose, allowing maximal water (neuro-input) to flow.
This potentiated neuro-input to the mid-brain, pons and reticular formation is critical as it is this region of the brain that controls exo-skeletal muscle response,
respiration, heart rate,and vestibular system. This increased neuro-input leads to improved:
Increased Strength Increased Power Improved Balance Improved Flexibility Improved Recovery and Endurance
Contact: Bud Azzopardi 1-800-915-5596
VOXXPOWER: PERFORMANCE STUDY RESULTSAll Performance Testing was done by Sport Testing, the Leading Independent Authority on Athletic Performance Assessment. All Data on file.
+5%
+46% +7%
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+23%
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Increased Power
Increased Strength
Improved Balance
Improved Flexibility
Improved Recovery
Uni-body Silicone Self Fit for Improved Comfort
Protection
Mouthguard Case Included
MRSP $29.99 $29.99 $49.99 $28.99 $24.99
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PRODUCT COMPARISON
VOXXPOWER: PRODUCT COLORS
VOXX: ENDORSEMENTS
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CLEAR(VOXXSTEALTH CLEAR ONLY)
WHITE PINK
“The first time I tried VOXX I was amazed that a mouthguard could have such a positive effect on my performance. VOXX is a proven product that's has really helped to enhance my balance and my stability while cutting and shielding the ball. VOXX is a simple but very effective product.”Dwayne De RosarioMLS MVP 2011
“The VoxxPower Guard has improved my balance and strength on the ice. It is by far the most advanced and easy to use mouthguard I have ever used. I've bought the custom made $1000 mouth pieces and the Voxx works better and is easier to use. It truly does what they says it does”.Matt PelechSan Jose Sharks (NHL)
"For sceptics like me, I didn't believe a Voxx mouthpiece could improve performance until I tried it. Now I am trying to tell everyone I can about this amazing product. As a former high performance athlete I know that every edge counts but more importantly to me, Voxx has created it at an affordable price for everyone."Jim VeltmanNLL Hall of FamerNLL MVP8 Time NLL Champion
“I have come to explore other means of improving athletic performance. As president of the Ontario Athletic Therapist Association I have to be very careful in what I endorse. I have come across the VOXX mouth guard and after testing it on myself through my golf game, and with a few of the Hurricanes, I can endorse this product without worry. These mouth guards can be used to improve off-ice training sessions as well as in competition. We plan on using them in non sporting situations within my clinic but I think coaches can suggest this guard for 3 reasons; Improved sports performance, ease of forming to the teeth and quality of fit and finally, cost effective.”Drew Laskoski CAT(C)PresidentOntario Athletic Therapist AssociationHead Athletic TherapistNewmarket Hurricanes Jr ‘A’ Hockey Club
VOXXPOWER GUARD TECHNOLOGY: THE HOW AND WHY IT WORKS
Many years of research, observation and trial and error, lead to the conclusion that human body responds most efficiently when the jaw and the 9 cranial nerves that pass around and through the area of the TMJ joint are decompressed and relaxed and at ‘rest’. The muscles of the neuro-muscular system function more efficiently from this this point of ‘rest’. When the TMJ and cranial nerves are not at ‘rest’, there is a physiologic weakening in one’s body, and explosive power in performance is diminished. Decompressing the TMJ and cranial nerves is the key to improving strength, speed, agility, balance as well as improve cognitive/visual reaction times, that is unique to every individual.
The VoxxGuard’s success lies in its ability to decompress and relax the TMJ and cranial nerves thus establishing unstrained and uninhibited neuro- pathways of the cranial nerves to the mid-brain region . The decompressed and relaxed nerves lead to a potentiation of the neuro-input to the mid-brain region and pons and the nuclei therein.
Imagine the neuro-pathways of the cranial nerves are a garden hose that has water (neuro-input) running through it. In normal instances tension and compression in the TMJ and cranial nerves leads to a constriction or impedance in the hose limiting the flow of water, it is as if someone is stepping on the hose. The VoxxGuard removes that constriction and impedance, seemingly lifting the foot off of the garden hose, allowing maximal water (neuro-input) to flow.
This potentiated neuro-input to the mid-brain, pons and reticular formation is critical as it is this region of the brain that controls exo-skeletal muscle response, respiration, heart rate,and vestibular system. This increased neuro-input leads to improved:
1.Strength improvement
2.Speed & Agility
3.Recovery Enhancement
4.Balance
5.Flexibilty
6.Stability
7.Endurance
8.Cognitive Enhancements
York University
The School of Kinesiology & Health Science
Abstract Voxx Efficacy Study
Date: April, 2011
Stability testing:
Test measured based on failure or lack of stability.
1) Bosu ball: eyes closed, standing with legs at shoulder width
- Without guard: Lacking stability, swaying left to right from start.
- With guard: greater stability and control, significantly less swaying for average
of 1 1/2 minutes period of time.
2) stability ball on knees: eyes closed
- Without guard: Lacking stability, only able to hold for average of 5 – 12 seconds
before failure.
- With guard: greater stability and more controlled, capable of remaining on ball
for average of 25 seconds + with minimum failure.
Power testing: 1) Test measured based on failure and achievement
vertical jump stacks:
- Without guard: Failure at average of 17 stacks high, successful landing at
average of 16 stacks
- With guard: average of 18 stacks successfully landed stable, average of 19
stacks landed successfully, failure met at average of 20 stacks unsuccessful
landing.
Strength testing:
Seated rows: 6 sets
- 1st 240lbs x 10 reps 2
nd 240lbs x 8 reps 3
rd 240lbs x 6 reps 4
th 260lbs x 8 reps
- 5th
260lbs x 8 reps (with voxx guard) 6th
260lbs x 6 reps (with voxx guard)
- Analysis: regular repetition reduction measured at average of 2 reps less per set, with
guard indicating capability of increasing repetitions by average of two or maintaining the
same repetitions as previous set without.
Shoulder press: 7 sets
- 1st 45lbs x 10 reps 2
nd 45lbs x 8 reps 3
rd 45lbs x 6 reps 4
th 75lbs x 8 reps
- 5th
75lbs x 7 reps (with voxx guard)
- 6th
75lbs x 4 reps
- 7th
75lbs x 5 reps (with voxx guard)
- Analysis: regular repetition reduction measured at average of 2 reps less per set, with
guard indicating capability of increasing repetitions by average of one.
Incline press: 6 sets
- 1st 155lbs x 10 reps 2
nd 155lbs x 8 reps 3
rd 155lbs x 6 reps 4
th 225lbs x 4 reps
- 5th
225lbs x 3 reps (with voxx guard) 6th
225lbs x 2 reps
- Analysis: regular repetition reduction measured at average of 2 reps less per set, with
guard indicating capability of increasing repetitions by 1.
Leg press: 8 sets
- 1st 360lbs x 10 reps 2
nd 360lbs x 10 reps 3
rd 360lbs x 10 reps 4
th 360lbs x 8 reps
- 5th
450lbs x 10 reps 6th
450lbs x 8 reps 7th
450lbs x 6 reps
- 8th
450lbs x 8 reps (with voxx guard)
- Analysis: regular repetition reduction measured at average of 2 reps less per set, with
guard indicating capability of increasing repetitions by average of two or maintaining the
same repetitions as previous set without.
Flexibility testing: Measure at distance achieved
Sit and reach test: 5 attempts
1st – Without guard: average of 27cm
2nd
– Without guard: average of 29cm
3rd
– With guard: average of 34 cm
4th
– Without guard: average of 30 cm
5th
– With guard: average of 35 cm
- Analysis: With voxx guard was capable of achieving a significant increase in flexibility
even after regular fiber elongation over two attempts.
Power testing: 1) Test measured based on failure and achievement, rotated attempts 1 with one with
guard twice.
Vertical jump stacks:
- Without guard: average of 2 attempts, Failure at average of 20 stacks
high, successful landing at average of 19 stacks.
- With guard: average of 20 stacks successfully landed stable, average of
21 stacks landed successfully/unstable, failure met at average of 22 stacks
unsuccessful landing.
Stability testing:
Test measured based on failure or lack of stability.
1) stability ball v sit: eyes closed
- Without guard: Lacking stability, only able to hold for average of 6 – 15 seconds
before failure.
- With guard: greater stability and more controlled, capable of remaining on ball
vertical line on wall lining up with spine and twisting to furthest distance.
1st – Without guard: average of 54cm
2nd
– With guard: average of 71cm
3rd
– Without guard: average of 62 cm
4th
– With guard: average of 75 cm
- Analysis: With voxx guard was capable of achieving a significant increase in flexibility
even after regular fiber elongation.
Strength testing:
Seated rows: 4 sets
- 1st average of 280lbs x 10 reps
- 2nd
average of 280lbs x 10 reps (with voxx guard)
- 3rd
average of 280lbs x 7 reps
- 4th
average of 280lbs x 8 reps (with voxx guard)
- Analysis: regular repetition reduction measured at approx average of 1 1/2 reps less per
set, with guard indicating capability of increasing repetitions by average of 1 1/2 or
maintaining the same repetitions as previous set without.
Shoulder press: 4 sets
- 1st average of 95lbs x 8 reps
- 2nd
average of 95lbs x 9 reps (with voxx guard)
- 3rd
average of 95lbs x 8 reps
- 4th
average of 95lbs x 10 reps (with voxx guard)
- Analysis: regular repetition reduction measured at average of 2 reps less per set, with
guard indicating capability of increasing repetitions and exceeding 1 rep, 4th
set possible
flaw due to expended rest period.
Leg press: 4 sets
- 1st average of 210lbs x 10 reps
- 2nd
average of 210lbs x 10 reps (with voxx guard)
- 3rd
average of V210lbs x 9 reps
- 4th
average of 210lbs x 10 reps (with voxx guard)
- Analysis: regular repetition reduction measured at 1 reps less per set, with guard
indicating capability of increasing repetitions by average of one or maintaining the same
repetitions as previous set without.
Overview of analysis: Appear that with the voxx guard inserted subjects are capable of
achieving approximately up to average of 20% gains. It would also appear that as the
testing becomes more functional it provides greater results. (functional) – meaning more
muscles being recruited in order to perform a task.
References and Studies Investigating Physical and Athletic Improvement
Almost of 40 years of research that speaks to and validates that jaw position and cranial nerves play a direct role in strength, balance and flexibility.
Studies and Papers
1. Griffin, CJ: Tempormandibular joint dysfunction and the brain stem reticular formation. Aust Dent J, 9(6):524, 1964.
2. Effects on G Tolerance while biting down on a MORA, Chelette, Tripp, Leonard, Skowronski 1990
3. Muscular Strength and Temporo-mandibular Joint Repositioning, Welch, Macedington, Ritter; Journal of Orthopedic & Sports, 7 No 5, 1986, 236-239
4. Influence of Maxillary Mouthguards on Physiological Parameters, Bourdin, Brunet- Patru, Hager, Allard, Lacour, Moyen; Medicine & Science in Sports & Ex, 38 (8), 2006, 1500 - 1504
5. Effects on G Tolerance while biting down on a MORA, Chelette, Tripp, Leonard, Skowronski; Aerospace Med Research Lab, 1990
6. Influence on isometric muscle cont…by changing occlusal situation, Wang, Ueno, Taniguchi, Ohyama; Bull Tokyo Med Dent Univ, 43 (1), 1996, P1 - P12
7. Occlusal splints vs. placebos…double blind/cross-over study, Allen, Walter, Elmajian, McKay; Can J Appl Sport Sci, 9 (3), 1984, 148-52
8. Strength and bite, Part 1: An analytical review, Forgione, Mehta, Westcott; Cranio , 9 (4), 1991, 305-315
9. The relationship between jaw posture….a reappraisal, Gelb, Mehta, Forgione; Cranio , 14 (4), 1996, 320-5
10. Influence of custom-made guards on strength…of taekwondo aths, Cem, Ayse, Ali, Metin; Dental Traumatology, 25 No 3, 2009, 272-276
11. An experimental study on the effects of MORA on f/ball players, Kaufman A, Kaufman RS; Functional Orthodontist, 2 (4), 1985, 37-44
12. Effect of MORA on kinematic pattern in golf swing, Egret, Leroy, Loret Chollet, Weber; Int J Sports Med, 23 (2), 2002, 148-152
13. Strength & bite MI…..using a MORA set to a functional criterion, Forgione, Mehta, Mcquade; J Craniomandibular Practice, 10, 1992, 13-20
14. The effects of maxillary MORAs on strength and muscle…tests, Bates; J Craniomandibular Practice, 1, 1983, 37-42
15. The effects of MORA on shoulder strength, Verban, Groppel, Pfautsch; J Craniomandibular Practice, 2, 1984, 233-236
16. Relationship between dental occlusion and visual focusing, Milani, de Periere, Micallef; J Craniomandibular Practice, 16 (2), 1998
17. Effect of a MORA on muscular strength, Yates, Koen, Semenick, Kuftinec; JADA, 108 No 3, 1984, 331- 333
18. Mandibular position & upper body strength: a controlled clin study, Greenberg, Cohen, Springer, Kotwick, Vegso; JADA, 103, 1981, 576-9
19. Changes in shoulder & leg strength…athletes wearing MORA, Schubert, Hall, Gurtu; JADA, 108 No 3, 1984, 334-337
20. The effects of mandibular position on appendage muscle strength, Williams, Chaconis, Bader; Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry, 49 (4), 1985, 560-
21. Effect of wearing a mouthguard on vestibulocolic reflex, Makoto, Yosuke, Toshiaki; Journal of Science & Med in Sport, 11 No 2, 2008, 191-197
22. Effects of MORA Use on Upper Body Wingate Performance, Morris, Gould, Piland, Rathod, Marri, Pandav Webster; Medicine & Science in Sports & Ex, 40 No 5, 2008, S378-S379
23. Effect 0f MORAon Human Performance Factors, Gould,Piland, Morris, Kucera,Caroselli; Medicine & Science in Sports & Ex, 40 No 5, 2008, 379
24. Temporomandibular joint…a double-blind study, McArdle, Goldstein, Last, Spina, Lichtman,Meyer, Berger; Medicine & Science in Sports & Ex, 1984
26. The effect of mandibular position on strength….selected population, Burkett, Bernstein; NY State Dental Journal, 49, 1983, 185-281
27. Strength testing after jaw repositioning with a MORA, Burkett, Bernstein; Physician & Sportsmedicine, 10 (2), 1982, 101-107
28. The MORA and its effect on power prod in conditioned athletes, Moore, Santa-Maria, Hatfield, Ryder, Weiner; Physician & Sportsmedicine, 14 (12), 1986, 137-45
29. Effect of MORA on neuropsychological measures, Piland, Gould, Morris, Tyler; Medicine & Science in Sports & Ex, 41 (5), 2009, 359
30. Divergent views: can dental therapy enhance athletic performance. J Am Dent Assoc 1982; 104(3) 292-8
31. Effect of a mouthpiece on athletic performance, F S Scimone; J Mass Dent Soc, 30 (3), 1981, 156-158
32. Divergent views: can dental therapy enhance athletic performance. J Am Dent Assoc 1982; 104(3) 292-8
33. Relationship of muscular strengh to jaw posture in sports dentistry, Gelb, Mehta, Forgione; NY State Dental Journal, 61 (9), 1995, 58 - 66
34. Adjusting mouthguards kinesiologically in professional football p/ers, Smith; NY State Dental Journal, 48 (5), 1982, 298-301
35. Updating the MORA, Pertes; Cranio , 5 (4), 1987, 351-6
36. MORA and athletic performance, Chiodo, Rosenstein; J Oreg Dent Assoc, 56 (2), 1986, 31-33
37. The MORA…an athletic performance, Gabaree; J Conn State Dent Assoc, 55 (1), 1981, p6-8
38. Craniomandibular orthpedics and athletic perf…runner…3 year study, Gabaree; Basal Facts, 4 (3), 1981, 77-81
39. Effects of the MORA on members of a football team, Kaufman A, Kaufman RS; Quintessence Int Dent Dig, 14 (6), 1983, 677-81
40. Muscle Strength related to the use of interocclusal splints, Parker, Pelleu, Blank, Breton; Gen Dent, 32 (2), 1984, 105-109
41. More on MORA, Flynn; J Am Dent Assoc, 108 (5), 1984, 728, 730
42. Effect of increased max-mand rel'ship…vertical dimension of occlusion, Abduljabbar, Mehta,Forgione,Clark,Kronman, Munsat, George; Cranio , 15 (1), 1997, 57-67
43. Appliances and upper body strength; J Am Dent Assoc, 104 (3), 1982, 286, 288
44. Case reports of TMJ repositioning to improve.. Performance by athletes, Kaufman A, Kaufman RS; NY State Dental Journal, 46 (4), 1980, 206-9
45. Strength increases with the use of jaw positioners, Parker; J Prosthet Dent, 50 (5) , 1983, 740-1
46. The MORA. Its application in the field of athletics, Verban; Basal Facts, 9 (2), 1987, 63-8
Sport Testing tested 34 subjects (Collegiate, Professional and Olympic Athletes)
The results showed marked performance improvements in Power, Strength, and Flexibility.
It appears that with the VoxxPower Guard inserted subjects are capable of achieving significant gains ranging over 5” increase on standing broad jump and over 40% in isometric strength. Additionally improvements of 23% were noted in flexibility and 7% in vertical jump
It would also appear that as the testing becomes more functional it provides greater results. (functional) – meaning more muscles being recruited in order to perform a task.
Sport Testing was not paid an honorarium or compensation for conducting the tests and findings.
Voxx Sports provided all athletes with VoxxPower guards.
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