Maine high school becomes first in U.S. to get “sports hijabs”

Muslim student athletes at one U.S. high school no longer have to be slowed down by worries that their headscarves might fall off.  Deering High School in Portland, Maine, is providing sport hijabs with the goal of making Muslim girls comfortable – and boosting their participation in sports. The lightweight scarves stay put and are less bulky than other

hijabs, garments that cover the hair and are worn by many Muslim women to express their faith. “We’re more confident on the field,” said junior lacrosse player Fadumo Adan. “This one doesn’t fall off. No matter what I do, it won’t fall off.” Tennis co-captains Liva Pierce and Anaise Manikunda raised more than $800 online to buy the sporty hijabs for their Muslim teammates after the school’s athletic director learned of the product. READ MORE