NFHS Announces Three-Year Partnership with BATS-TOI as Official Wrestling Headgear Partner

The NFHS is proud to announce a new three-year partnership with BATS-TOI, naming the company the “Official Wrestling Headgear Partner of the NFHS.” This partnership underscores the NFHS’ commitment to risk minimization while enhancing performance by providing schools with access to high-quality, innovative wrestling headgear.

“Protecting student-athletes is at the heart of the NFHS’ mission,” said Dr. Karissa Niehoff, NFHS CEO. “BATS-TOI’s dedication to advancing head protection aligns perfectly with our goal of keeping wrestling safe, competitive and accessible to high schools across the country.”

BATS-TOI is a Brooklyn-based company specializing in advanced head protection solutions. Its new model, The Mercado V, has been engineered as a next-generation headgear using a combination of AI and computational design. The result is a headgear that is durable and comfortable providing versatile head protection for wrestling and other contact sports. Made in the USA, The Mercado has become a trusted choice for athletes and coaches seeking superior headgear.

“We are proud to be a partner and collaborate with the NFHS on a shared commitment to head safety for athletes,” said Mario Mercado, BATS-TOI founder and CEO. “Our mission at BATS-TOI is to enhance athlete safety and performance by developing and producing cutting-edge and innovative sports technologies and products. We are equally proud to manufacture The Mercado in America.”

Through this three-year collaboration, schools will have access to BATS-TOI educational resources focused on proper headgear use, fitting and best practices.