Just as with every piece of equipment in both baseball and softball, catcher’s equipment is now in that period of time where it has to evolve. The safety of kids across the world playing the sport, especially catcher’s, is at an all-time high, leaving every company who makes catcher’s gear having to make adjustments moving forward. That adjustment is known as NOCSAE certification. This standard has been put into place to protection against commotio cordis, a rare but very dangerous condition that is the result of blunt impact to the chest, ultimately causing cardiac arrest. Chest protectors have been protecting kids and adults from this for decades, but with the game continuously growing and hard-throwing pitchers with it, updates are necessary. For All-Star and their brand new All-Star S7 Axis 15.5” 12-16 Intermediate Chest Protector, that answer lies with their patent pending chest plate panel that protects against the condition and more, significantly reduces any kind of risk youth baseball catcher’s may face. All-Star has been the lead off hitter when it comes to catching gear for a long time now, and they have once again shown why kids and parents everywhere can trust them with their products. With the NOCSAE certification becoming permanent in 2020, you might want to get you hands on this brand new All-Star S7 Axis 15.5” 12-16 Intermediate Chest Protector today. - All-Star S7 Axis 12-16 Intermediate Chest Protector - NOCSAE Approved - 12-16 15.5” - Patent Pending Chest Panel for Improved Protection - Wedged Abs for Improved Blocking and Ball Control - Moldable PE Plates in the Shoulders and Throat - Diamond Vented Back Side: included for weight reduction and breath ability. - Stainless Steel Matte Black Hardware - Thinner, Form-Fitting Delta Flex Harness: for enhanced fit and comfort. - Certified by SEI to meet NOCSAE standard for protection against commotio cordis. All-Star S7 Axis 15.5” NOCSAE Approved Chest Protector Commotio Cordis CPCC1216S7X BSB0213