Every football coach treats summer a little differently. Some want to focus solely on their squads while others like to get out there and test the waters with 7-on-7s and OTAs.
However, that’s not an option this year as the AHSAA announced Thursday there would be no summer competition allowed. That means coaches can work out, condition and practice with only their own players this year.
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