re: Youth Football

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I guess youth ball could be ok with coaches who know what they are doing,

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This makes a huge difference (in any sport). All the coaches my son has had have been excellent. The boys really learn some good fundamentals, but more than that they start to learn how all of the pieces come together to make a play work. It is so rewarding to see the lights come on and see kids really thinking and understanding. Plus, my son knows more about football than my wife when we watch games on TV - bonding!

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but as some have said it is mostly a money grab, especially for the younger leagues.

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I'm not really sure anyone is making much money with it around here. It only costs about $60 which covers the field rental, refs, and EMTS. It's less than $10 per game per player (if you make it to the championship game). I'm not feeling ripped off.