In this episode of LIGHT Impact, we sit down with Joe Rafter — the man who took on the California legislature and won. A lifelong youth football advocate and former coach, Joe earned the nickname "one-man army" after leading the charge to defeat Proposition AB 1, a bill that would have banned youth football across the entire state of California. Refusing to let the sport he loves be stripped from the next generation, Joe co-founded a coalition of passionate coaches and football staff, took their fight to the Capitol, and didn't stop until they had not only killed the ban, but replaced it with smart, structured safety guidelines built specifically to benefit young players.

This is a story about more than football. It's about what happens when one person refuses to sit down and give up.

Joe is now CEO and President of the National Football Alliance (NFA), an advocacy organization dedicated to improving the tackle football experience through safety research, education, and strengthening the integrity of the game. Learn more HERE: https://www.nationalfootballalliance.com/

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LIGHT Helmets is disrupting the industry by using advanced materials and technologies transitioned from the military, professional auto racing and aviation industries to engineer their lightweight and ultra-strong helmets and headgear.

To learn more visit www.lighthelmets.com

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In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Arthur J. Ting, a world-class orthopaedic surgeon and sports medicine specialist from Fremont, CA. Dr. Ting has built a highly accredited reputation for his innovative approach to the science of sports medicine and recovery and has been fortunate enough to work with some of the biggest names and teams in sports, such as Tiger Woods, Joe Montana, Barry Bonds, and the San Jose Sharks.

Dr. Ting and LIGHT Helmets CEO Nick Esayian dive deep into the history, physics, and biomechanics behind sports injuries, particularly concussions/CTE.

THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW
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LIGHT Helmets is disrupting the industry by using advanced materials and technologies transitioned from the military, professional auto racing and aviation industries to engineer their lightweight and ultra-strong helmets and headgear.

To learn more visit www.lighthelmets.com

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👥 - FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheLightHelmets
🐦 - TWITTER: https://twitter.com/TheLightHelmets
📷 - INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/lighthelmets/?hl=en

In this episode we welcome two SDSU playmakers, Deshawn McCuin and Joe Borjon! Both are LIGHT ambassadors, huge advocates for player development, and passionate for the game.

We dive into their journeys as student-athletes, the impact of mentorship on and off the field, and how the NIL landscape is shaping the future of college football. From locker room culture to personal growth, Deshawn and Joe share powerful insights on what it means to lead with purpose and play with heart. Whether you're an aspiring athlete, a coach, or just love the game, this conversation is packed with inspiration, authenticity, and a whole lot of Aztec pride.

THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW
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LIGHT Helmets is disrupting the industry by using advanced materials and technologies transitioned from the military, professional auto racing and aviation industries to engineer their lightweight and ultra-strong helmets and headgear.

To learn more visit www.lighthelmets.com

SOCIAL
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👥 - FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheLightHelmets
🐦 - TWITTER: https://twitter.com/TheLightHelmets
📷 - INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/lighthelmets/?hl=en