FORT MYERS, Fla. When some people look at football, they see sport and competition. However, one Florida team says the game is really about sportsmanship, respect and life lessons. That’s why they’re giving parents a break during the day to help pass those lessons on to your kids.
Coach Chris Morant told us more about the Florida Stingrays youth program.
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