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"You can't tell kids who work hard, who practice hard and lift year round not to play hard. If they do that, then when it's a game when it's close and they give a half effort, then you get mad at them. It's hard. After 11 carries, I had to tell (leading rusher Devontae) Butler,' I can't run you any more. ' And I had to say we could not pass any more. But you want to stay sharp, too."
"He's just a great player and a great kid who really represents our school and community."