No games until 2021

[EOTL]

‘Everything Is Closed Down.’ The Lack of Youth Sports Is a Crisis. (Published 2020)

Despite a glut of sports on TV, the lack of youth leagues and teams in the pandemic could cost us for years to come.

www.nytimes.com

Yes, we will be making up for lost time with literally every single activity in the world that requires close contact. If only people had worn their masks and socially distanced like they should have done.... Of course, if Americans weren’t such self-pitying p**sies, however, we could end up having the greatest generation in world history for runners, swimmers, tennis players, rowers, skate boarders and many other athletes.

 

[happy9]

I did.

Here is the chart where the 70% # comes from FYI.

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And here is the paragraph talking about that percentage.

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The red arrows have come out - pay attention.

 

[happy9]

That said, the Atlantic has put out some decent articles in recent weeks if you know what I’m talking about. Happy to link them in off topic.

They are by far the brightest and shiniest example of responsible, factual, hard hitting, and honest journalism. They do not leave any stone unturned in their effort to provide the sheep the unvarnished truth. It's uncanny.

 

[Footy30]

The Covid infection rate is expected to rise in the fall and winter and with flu season coming this whole thing may get worse before it gets better. Cold and
Flu symptoms will be just another excuse/reason to delay. Any symptoms will require 14 day quarantine right or wrong.
It’s gonna suck.

Dammit... you may be right

 

[Spfister]

You’ll know you’ve got him when:

1) he starts hurling the “you’re ok with killing over 200k people”
2) starts to insult you
3) tries to change the argument

Don’t forget the “if you send your kids to school you are murdering them and teachers”

 

[Glitterhater]

Ronaldo had COVID. That's it, season is done. (Kidding on the season being done.)

 

[Kicker4Life]

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Don’t forget the “if you send your kids to school you are murdering them and teachers”

That qualifies under #1.

 

[N00B]

if Americans weren’t such self-pitying p**sies, however, we could end up having the greatest generation in world history

Americans weren’t ‘p**sies’ and I hope they aren’t that sexiest pejorative you choose to use (sexist).

We had the ‘greatest generation’ and they fought for the freedoms that are being discussed here.

 

[NorCalDad]

Anyone referring to a Surf Cup study supporting why it’s safe to spend money on Surf Cup is desperate and knows why their “study” is bullshit. Seriously, your “study” is embarrassing.

So you don't think the data they collected is valid? Why not?

Let me turn this around a bit. Do you think we should re-open anything? If so what? If not, when do you think we should? I'm curious how you would approach re-opening anything. Or do you think we need to wait for a vaccine before we do anything?

 

[Sheriff Joe]

Dammit... you may be right

Not an easy situation, had a sore throat the other day and within minutes looking to get tested.
Cra Cra

 

[Glitterhater]

Not an easy situation, had a sore throat the other day and within minutes looking to get tested.
Cra Cra

This is what is scary. People may "just" have a cold but the symptoms are so close it's going to cause panic. I am nervous to report any nasal symptoms to my doctor right now!

 

[Grace T.]

This is what is scary. People may "just" have a cold but the symptoms are so close it's going to cause panic. I am nervous to report any nasal symptoms to my doctor right now!

Those with real allergies are in for a horrible time....

 

[Desert Hound]

So you don't think the data they collected is valid? Why not?

Let me turn this around a bit. Do you think we should re-open anything? If so what? If not, when do you think we should? I'm curious how you would approach re-opening anything. Or do you think we need to wait for a vaccine before we do anything?

He can't answer that question.

 

[Chelsea dad g09]

Nope, not sitting down.

How many people are dying because people under 19 are spreading it? We all know it’s uncommon for them to kill each other, but how many other people are they killing? How many are they infecting when they carpool to their sports? When they check into hotel rooms? When they eat out? When they go home? And while I’m asking, how many people need to die overall before you will be willing to admit that you were wrong?

Of course, the answer is that you don’t care how many people die in order for your kid to play their little kiddie sport. Her coach? Fine. School teacher? Whatevs. Her teammate’s parent? Sure, they never signed up for snacks anyway. It’s the American way to not give a s**t about anyone other than yourself which, of course, is exactly why you’re still in this predicament.

Not sure it's that people dont give a s*** but that your health is not my responsibility. If someone doesnt feel safe, is at higher risk or has high risk at home, then the burden is on that family to keep themselves safe. For me this is not about soccer, my daughters education is paramount and virtual learning is not anywhere close to being ok. Let me flip this on you, how many additional suicides because of this lockdown are you ok with?

 

[Sheriff Joe]

Americans weren’t ‘p**sies’ and I hope they aren’t that sexiest pejorative you choose to use (sexist).

We had the ‘greatest generation’ and they fought for the freedoms that are being discussed here.

Had.
Freedoms could all be gone soon.

 

[Sheriff Joe]

This is what is scary. People may "just" have a cold but the symptoms are so close it's going to cause panic. I am nervous to report any nasal symptoms to my doctor right now!

Maybe we should have just sucked it up early on and let the chips fall where may.

 

[N00B]

Not sure it's that people dont give a s*** but that your health is not my responsibility. If someone doesnt feel safe, is at higher risk or has high risk at home, then the burden is on that family to keep themselves safe. For me this is not about soccer, my daughters education is paramount and virtual learning is not anywhere close to being ok. Let me flip this on you, how many additional suicides because of this lockdown are you ok with?

Sounds like EOTL’s comment that personal freedom requires personal responsibility. Curious how he will argue with you.

... wait, that contacts his/her argument about lockdowns and mandates.

 

[EOTL]

Not sure it's that people dont give a s*** but that your health is not my responsibility. If someone doesnt feel safe, is at higher risk or has high risk at home, then the burden is on that family to keep themselves safe. For me this is not about soccer, my daughters education is paramount and virtual learning is not anywhere close to being ok. Let me flip this on you, how many additional suicides because of this lockdown are you ok with?

Your daughter’s soccer career is not my responsibility. Thank god we have a governor who is keeping people alive.

 

[EOTL]

Sounds like EOTL’s comment that personal freedom requires personal responsibility. Curious how he will argue with you.

... wait, that contacts his/her argument about lockdowns and mandates.

I should also add that your “f**k other people, I don’t give a s**t about anyone else’s health or welfare” is the exact reason your kid can’t play soccer or go to school right now. It is the American Way. You are getting exactly what you deserve.

 

[N00B]

Your daughter’s soccer career is not my responsibility. Thank god we have a governor who is keeping people alive.

You’re right.

Your child’s safety is your responsibility... as is his/hers.

 

[N00B]

I should also add that your “f**k other people, I don’t give a s**t about anyone else’s health or welfare” is the exact reason your kid can’t play soccer or go to school right now. It is the American Way. You are getting exactly what you deserve.

Really?! We go straight to unfounded personal attacks. I certainly don’t hope you parent as you preach here.