On Saturday, October 26, I played my last football game. Even now, almost a week after the game, I still don't think the fact that my high school football career is over has hit me. I don't know if I want it to. Every fall for the last six years my life has been dictated by practices, games, and recovery from said games. It has taught me to learn from my failures and be respectful in victory. It taught me that teamwork is the key to success. After six years of being on a football team, one third of my life, I will probably never put on pads again. Probably.
One of the varsity sports offered at the Naval Academy is sprint football. Sprint football is exactly like regular football, except everyone has to be 172 pounds or lighter. This makes everyone on the field around the same size. I would have to drop a little weight, but according to some sprint football players at the Academy I talked to, if someone really wants to play they can get down to the weight requirement. I am going back and forth on the pros and cons of trying to play. Obviously I love football and continuing to play it would be amazing, especially at the varsity level. I am concerned about the weight restrictions, however. I've heard of wrestlers who keep their weight at a constant number in order to stay in their weight class but end up stunting their growth in the long run. This is something I have to spend some time thinking about, and I have plenty of time to make a choice.
I know exactly how you feel, Eric! It would be so fun to play a college sport, but sometimes it just doesn't work out. I am excited to see if you play or not. Either way, I am sure you will have a great college experience.
ReplyDeleteEric,
ReplyDeleteFirst off, I would recommend changing the color of your titles, they are kind of tough to read! Great post! I had the same feeling when we lost in playoffs in soccer! It's very tough but I hope I still have a chance to play in the future!
Eric,
ReplyDeleteI think you should keep up with football. It's obvious that it's something you really enjoy. Maybe just give it a try :)
-Julia
Eric,
ReplyDeleteGreat post. I have always been in awe of your fiery passion for the game of football. While I too love the sport, you have always fondly expressed your love for the game, even in the toughest of times. I would strongly encourage you to try and continue with the game of football! If you set goals for yourself, and you put your mind to it, I believe that a guy like you could achieve anything that you wanted to.
Playing football with you was a great experience. I still remember back to all those days in the weight room working out just for the football season. Our team had a great camaraderie which made this year pretty special.
ReplyDeleteGood post Eric. Football was so much fun playing with you, you cupcake, but I think this sprint football thing is interesting and you should give it a try. I know I could never get down to 175 lbs again, but i bet you could! Good luck
ReplyDeleteEric, it was a pleasure watching you out on the field and your passion and dedication to the game shined through with every snap of the ball. Good post.
ReplyDeleteI loved playing with you! It would be great if you decided to play in collage! I'll try to come watch!
ReplyDeleteNever got a chance to play football. It seems so interesting!
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