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Re: Low Numbers

Post by knowitall »

marley1 wrote:In addition to some very good points made, burnout may also be a factor.  Many kids around here start tackle football in 2nd grade.  Serra High School in San Mateo CA, has a flag football program until 7th or 8th grade.  Think Tom Brady, Lynn Swann and Barry Bonds - all Serra graduates. Their philosophy is that tackling at such a young age discourages a lot of kids.
So does playing left guard.
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