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I wouldn't go as far as saying kids are soft cause kids don't know better. It's their parents and the adults that tell the kids that listen to not do anything you think is too hard.

I always heard the stories of the "we practiced 3-a-days in a 100 degree heat with no water, all pads, and no facemask. We hit the 1st day of practice, we knew what it meant to be tough you sissy" I understand that mentality, but as a coach, I don't want to lose my job for not following rules, whether I agree or disagree with them. Unfortunately, the kids know those rules and some are using them to their advantage. It may be soft, but it's also smart on their part.

The solution to this is simple, just let the kids play football. The more they enjoy it, the harder they'll hit and be hit. Because they enjoy it so much, they'll forget about the bumps, bruises, and soreness until after the game. Most coaches have common sense, if we see a kid wobbling to the other sideline, we'll go get them. If a kid looks like he's in a sauna about to pass out, we'll go get them and water them down. If a kid has a bone sticking out of his leg, we'll call someone to come get them