British Parliament Report Criticizes Slow Response to Women's ACL Injuries

The report emphasizes the need for women-specific sports equipment and calls for a task force to address health and equipment issues in women's sports.

A report by the British Parliament's Women and Equalities Committee criticizes the sports sector's slow response to the high rates of ACL injuries among women footballers.
The report highlights a lack of football boots designed specifically for women, linking this to the potential increase in ACL injuries.
Elite players like Beth Mead and Leah Williamson missed the 2023 Women's World Cup due to ACL injuries, underscoring the issue's severity.
The committee calls for the establishment of a task force to develop a long-term strategy addressing women's sport health and equipment needs.
Sportswear brands are investing in women-specific equipment, but face challenges with retailer stocking due to lack of awareness.