I can remember many years ago as an "unseasoned" professional, I wrote a very similar letter to the editor of the Barrington Times. Idealistic and hopeful, yes, realistic, no. Teens are going to constantly push the limits and it's parents, teachers and professionals be dammed. I don't have an answer to the whole problem. I do have an answer to some of the problem as I live it. As a coach for the BHS hockey team, our policy, established by the head coach, is one of no tolerance. If any players are caught even near a party or illegal activity they are gone, off the team, no questions asked. This works for these boys because they want something that is more important than getting drunk. They get it. God Bless the others, I truly mean that.
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