> > Then they slap various penalties on you. I don't understand the system for penalties, or a moving off-sides line, or the meaning of little cards that the ref holds up from time to time, but I like the non-stop action that seems to put it far ahead of football, baseball, and to some extent, basketball. I guess I'm glad we didn't have this sport when I was a kid. I bruise easily.
> > Howard
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> Are you talking about the offside rule? And the red and yellow cards for nasty fouls?
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> Beasty

I think so. Remember, this is a sport played with a ball, so it's a little over my head.
It really does appear dangerous. I've seen a few players helped off the field. My grandson, however, is big and can look intimidating. They tend to stay out of his way, and I've never seen him get knocked off his feet. On the other hand, I've never seen him get sent to the penalty box(If that's what they call it.). I don't remember anyone holding up a nasty foul card for him either. I should be able to figure the game out pretty soon. It's not as complicated as a stock car race.
Howard