Defense Linemen

Question
I抦 a first time football player in the 8th grade going into 9th, and I抦 not sure if I should join the freshmen team or spend this year training a lot.  I抦 6'1" and weigh 270, and so far this summer everyone I抳e played with has yet been able to destroy me, but my endurance is TERRIBLE.  All of the coaches have showed interest in me, but I think I would be better use to the team in a year after I had time to train a TON.  

On a side note, I have a friend whom is also going out for defensive line, and he is getting braces.  Can he still play?

Answer
Alex,

By all means play. You will get in shape alot faster by being on the team than you will trying to do it yourself. Obviously your coaches see something in you. Get out there and work hard and you will get better.

Your friend with braces can play, he should get a special mouthpeice from his dentist.

Good luck,

Mark