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Jan202023

Messages That Last A Lifetime

UncategorizedBy Tom ScottJanuary 20, 2023Leave a comment

Messages That Last A Lifetime   Written By: Keith L. Anderson, Ph.D (1 minute read)   These are just a few sayings coaches said to me and my teammates. They all translate to life off the field. I have used these and other sayings in my life after football.    Keep your head on a…

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Dec152022

It was a very good year!

UncategorizedBy Tom ScottDecember 15, 2022Leave a comment

(1 minute read) As we go through the holidays, we reflect on everything that football has given us this past year:   Friendships Camaraderie Leadership Teamwork Respect Lessons for life   We especially thank the officials and volunteers who make it all happen. As we go into 2023, let’s resolve to be good fans and…

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Oct192022

We’re Thankful For Referees

UncategorizedBy Tom ScottOctober 19, 2022Leave a comment

Written By: Kate Mason, Optimist Youth Football parent (1 minute read) It’s a beautiful day and the two teams are ready to play, but there are no referees.  Without referees, the game can’t be played. In youth sports, many times you will see high school kids officiating to gain a few extra bucks – or…

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Oct32022

Good Sports Parents

UncategorizedBy Tom ScottOctober 3, 2022Leave a comment

Written By: Kate Mason, Optimist Youth Football parent (1 minute read + Link) My son’s team has a wonderful set of parents that I have greatly enjoyed getting to know over these last few weeks.  I came across this list posted recently by The Reformed Sports Project.  I thought the message was important to pass…

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Sep192022

We’re Into The Heart Of The Season

BlogBy kevin@element242.comSeptember 19, 2022Leave a comment

We’re Into The Heart Of The Season Written By: Kate Mason, Optimist Youth Football parent (1 minute read) Fall football is underway and the photos tell the story! The kids are having a wonderful season so far. We are grateful for the opportunity to get outside and play a game that we all love. Along…

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Feb112022

5 Reasons Kids Should Play Sports

BlogBy FOFStaffIdahoFebruary 11, 2022Leave a comment

5 Reasons Kids Should Play Sports Written By: Kate Mason (4 minute read) There has been a lot of talk lately suggesting that parents should consider removing their children from sports due to the risk for concussion.All sports have an inherent risk for injury, but some high speed or contact sports may have a higher…

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