Floorball

Floorball, also known as Unihockey, is a fast-paced, team-oriented indoor sport similar to ice hockey. It is played with lightweight plastic sticks and a perforated ball. The objective is to shoot the ball into the opponent's goal. A game consists of two teams, each with five outfield players and a goalkeeper. Physical contact is significantly restricted compared to ice hockey, and there are strict rules regarding stick and ball play. Floorball is played mainly indoors on a rectangular rink with boards and is particularly popular in Scandinavia and Switzerland.

Safety glasses

Protective eyewear in floorball is mainly used for Prevention of eye injuries worn. Since the floorball can be shot fast and hard, there is a risk that the ball or the stick could hit the eye area.

  • Impact resistance: The goggles are made of durable plastic that provides protection against balls and rackets.
  • Anti-fog coatingMany models have a coating that prevents the lenses from fogging up to keep vision clear during the game.
  • Lightweight materialThe glasses are lightweight to increase wearing comfort.
  • Adjustability: Safety glasses usually have adjustable temples or straps to ensure a secure and comfortable fit.
  • Clear View: High-quality safety glasses provide an unobstructed view, allowing players to focus fully on the game

In Switzerland, since the 2020/2021 season, there has been a Mandatory safety glasses for all junior teams in the categories U9 to U16. This means that all players in these age groups must wear protective eyewear in official matches and tournaments.

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