Hand Shields

Name: Hand Shields
SKU: 1676
Availability: InStock

94.00 €

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sizes: 75x35x15, 90x45x15
shapes: Rectangular/Curved
Jambo Hand Shields come only in Premium Quality Line Option

Hand Shield — Essential Contact-Control Pads for Safer Blocking & Tackling Technique

Hand Shields are versatile training pads used across all levels of football to develop striking technique, blocking fundamentals, and controlled contact skills. Built with dense, shock-absorbing foam and a durable exterior shell, these shields allow coaches and athletes to safely simulate real-game contact while maintaining full control over intensity and positioning. Coaches use hand shields to simulate moving or resisting opponents while allowing players to practice proper technique without full-speed collisions.

Hand Shields are used to:

Teach proper block striking with hands, hips, and feet

Develop tackling approach and controlled shoulder contact

Enhance hand placement, extension, and leverage for linemen

Practice shedding blocks and maintaining balance under contact

Run high-repetition drills with adjustable resistance from a coach or teammate

Importance for Player Safety

Hand Shields are a key tool for improving safety in contact practices because they:

Reduce player-to-player impact, decreasing the risk of head, shoulder, and rib injuries

Absorb and dissipate force, allowing athletes to train aggressive techniques with less strain

Encourage correct tackling and blocking form, such as keeping the head up and striking with proper leverage

Help prevent hand and wrist injuries, giving linemen a controlled surface to strike

Support progressive contact training, especially for developing athletes transitioning into higher Levels of play

Their cushioning and controlled movement help minimize the unpredictable forces associated with live contact.

Example Drills with Hand Shield

Block Strike & Drive Drill – Players strike the shield with proper hand placement and drive the pad backwards with short, powerful steps.

Fit & Finish Tackle Drill – Athletes fit up on the shield, keeping the head out of contact, then drive the pad to simulate wrapping and finishing a tackle.

Hand Replacement Drill – Linemen practice rapid hand resets on the shield, working on leverage, extension, and maintaining inside hands.

Block Shedding Drill – A partner holding the shield provides resistance while the defender sheds to either side using proper technique.

Close-Quarters Combat (CQC) Drill – Players perform short-area strikes, shuffles, and reaction movements, improving balance and quick hand engagement.