Most conversations about sports safety start after something goes wrong. I think that’s too late. We usually focus on injuries, fouls, or mistakes during play. But what if the real foundation of safety is built before the whistle ever blows? That shift changes everything about how we prepare, play, and support each other. It starts earlier than you think. So let me ask you: when you watch or play, do you notice what happens before kickoff or tip-off?
