Rick McGuire

Banning youth tackle football would be unfair to young Californians. #AB734 is not the answer. We need to allow our youth and their parents/guardians to decide for themselves the risks versus benefits of playing the sport. Families may choose not to ride bikes on the roadway or engage in skateboarding, but the state shouldn’t be BANNING them from doing so because of the potential for associated tragedies. There are many lessons that can be acquired from youth tackle football. Physical contact often teaches sacrifice and discipline that is healthy when taught responsibility. The sport also promotes nurturing influences in self image, mentorship, discipline, teamwork, and so much more. Without the opportunity to enjoy the benefits of tackle football, too many of our youth will become needlessly vulnerable to negative societal lures. #caleg