re: Thankfully, 11 year old soccer players will be saved

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I had headaches all the time as a child (never do anymore) and played soccer from the time I was 4 or 5 until 15 or so. I have no doubt that it had something to do with it.

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That's a bit anecdotal, isn't it? I've played soccer all my life and have never had headaches, aside from when getting sick. And let me tell you, I headed the ball a ton, at all stages. I have no doubt that heading had nothing to do with causing headaches.

See how that works?

these? these balls are awesome

I think that's just because futsal is played on a hard surface and you want the ball to run a little slower/be a bit heavier and easier to control on a small pitch.

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these? these balls are awesome

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frick no

just feels like a piece of hard plastic

i got to play a game today with one of those $150+ Nike balls. Omg fricking amazing.

One of the only "injuries" I remember from my entire childhood was when I was put in goal just for a penalty kick (because redneck 6 year old soccer is serious shite) and immediately had a rock solid soccer ball launched into my face. I asked my mom if I blocked it multiple times. For the record, though, I stopped that shite like a boss.

So, I guess I somewhat understand why this is a thing. I just wonder how you really handle the transition to "headers allowed now, guys!"

did you ignore the part where I said at the end "this is still stupid"? I was relating my experience as a kid growing up playing soccer 3 seasons a year for 10+ years. Of course it's anecdotal, and I in no way intended for it to show support for the rules being implemented. Calm down sparky.