A five figure investment from shinty’s longest serving partner will enhance access to crucial safety equipment.
The newly-approved Bauer IMS 5.0 helmet will now be available at a discounted rate for under 21s thanks to significant funding from Mowi.
The money will be used to subsidise the cost of helmets, making them more affordable and accessible to players after a rule was passed at the 2022 AGM meaning all players under 21 must wear helmets.
Helmets are an essential piece of equipment for shinty players and this investment will help ensure all players have access to them.
In addition to Mowi’s support, Highland Industrial Supplies has offered to house and distribute the new helmets.
“Mowi’s innovation comes at a crucial time for Scottish communities with the
continued cost of living and travel adding barriers to participation in any sport,” said Derek Keir, chief executive officer of the Camanachd Association.
“Safety is our top priority and this investment will help ensure that even more
players have access to the best equipment available.
“Thanks also to Highland Industrial Supplies. Its logistical support with the roll out of this initiative is a great help.”
Mowi has been a long-standing partner of shinty, supporting the sport through
sponsorship, shared expertise and investment for many years.
Ian Roberts, director of communications for Mowi, said: “We are proud to continue
our support of shinty and to enhance the safety measures. In place, this project and the wider governance solidifies our impression that the Camanachd Association works to provide a safe and inclusive space for children and adults, to which Mowi is proud to partner.
“We believe everyone should have the opportunity to participate in shinty and this investment in helmets will reduce additional barriers to participation and is an important step towards achieving that goal.”
The Camanachd Association has made positive inroads towards compulsory helmet
wearing for all players.
The helmets are available via the Highland Industrial Supplies website.
For more information on helmets and other shinty equipment, visit the
Camanachd Association website.
Photograph: Alaina MacLennan, Kinlochshiel, models the new Bauer helmet, now available to under 21s at a heavily reduced rate thanks to Mowi. NO_F40_MowiShintyHelmits_AlainaMacLennan_Kinlochshiel