Last night I went to a high school football game to watch Chad Reeder play. Chad is a member of our church, a head acolyte, and a talented and graceful young man. He plays linebacker and tight end on the Klahowya High School team. I sat with his family while we cheered him and his team to victory. They won, 34-20!
A high school football game has tremendous youthful energy. I love feeling the excitement of the game, seeing the crowds of young people, watching the band and the cheerleaders, and standing up to yell when we make a touchdown.
High school football is an American ritual. It's a celebration of everything in our culture that is strong, powerful, and focused on winning. We love football because it's the epitome of our competitive urges. It's a good thing for young people to experience.
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