Domestic violence was a way of life in my home growing up, my brother and I watched helplessly numerous times as my mother was beaten and knocked unconscious while we dialed 911.

Taking part in these types of programs is crucial to our youth and crucial to the future of this game.

At the end of the program, I tried to talk to the kids a little bit about life skills.

I encourage everyone out there to get involved.

We did it together. Not one individual carried this team.

The most important thing we stressed is that we want those kids to be productive citizens.

It is a violent sport that we choose as men, and that we as parents allow our children to play.