[Raiderforlife]

The trainers don't hold players out. The players say they are hurt & can't play.

You are spot on! Trainers have no power unless the kids give it to them. I had an old coach who would always tell us that injured kids play and hurt players sit. When injured players sit its because their mind is not strong enough to keep their body in check. This is year three that Ryle has had injuries to key players. The first two years we blamed Warner and contact- maybe it's time we placed the blame where it belongs. If you don't prepare to play this physical game you will find yourself on the sidelines week in and week out.