filmjunkie
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Post by filmjunkie on Dec 2, 2013 13:00:49 GMT -6
I apologize if this thread has been created and discussed somewhere else, but I was reading Finding the Winning Edge this afternoon, specifically the section on substance abuse on the team, and it got me thinking. This is mostly aimed at coaches in those states that recently legalized recreational marijuana use.
1. What new issues have you experienced, if any, with regards to the new laws? Have you seen higher or lower instances of usage among your players?
2. What have you done about it?
3. Any other thoughts or ideas you have about the situation?
I think we are seeing a dramatic shift in the way Americans think of marijuana, since I've seen a couple of polls that have people split at 50/50 and one even with the legalization crowd ahead by a few points. Whether or not you agree with it is irrelevant, I'm not trying to start a political discussion here, but I do think it's important to realize that this issue isn't going away, and that the tide is headed toward decriminalization and legalization. I think coaches could treat it similar to alcohol. Just because alcohol is legal doesn't mean I want my players showing up to practice drunk.
Anyway, those are my thoughts, but what are yours? Interested in all opinions here.
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Post by Chris Clement on Dec 2, 2013 13:18:48 GMT -6
Well, showing up high to practices is a no-no, I would imagine, but in general it's not really your problem.
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Post by 33coach on Dec 2, 2013 17:45:59 GMT -6
I apologize if this thread has been created and discussed somewhere else, but I was reading Finding the Winning Edge this afternoon, specifically the section on substance abuse on the team, and it got me thinking. This is mostly aimed at coaches in those states that recently legalized recreational marijuana use. 1. What new issues have you experienced, if any, with regards to the new laws? Have you seen higher or lower instances of usage among your players? 2. What have you done about it? 3. Any other thoughts or ideas you have about the situation? I think we are seeing a dramatic shift in the way Americans think of marijuana, since I've seen a couple of polls that have people split at 50/50 and one even with the legalization crowd ahead by a few points. Whether or not you agree with it is irrelevant, I'm not trying to start a political discussion here, but I do think it's important to realize that this issue isn't going away, and that the tide is headed toward decriminalization and legalization. I think coaches could treat it similar to alcohol. Just because alcohol is legal doesn't mean I want my players showing up to practice drunk. Anyway, those are my thoughts, but what are yours? Interested in all opinions here. We treat it like anything else. If it effects the team (being under the influence at school/practice/games) you will be punished ... If it doesn't its your business |
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Post by coachjps on Dec 3, 2013 0:26:57 GMT -6
Our state has players sign a contract to not smoke, drink or chew or they will be suspended. Just because Cigarettes are Marijuana are legal for those rare few over 18 doesn't mean you can use them football is a privilege not a right. We had three kids that got caught last season and they were suspended one game. Missed another because they had to take a class. (20% of their season gone).
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Post by roady95 on Sept 24, 2017 23:55:01 GMT -6
Dealing with the drugs can be hard and it is suggested that you get right counseling and treatment for this. I was just in similar situation and almost destroyed the personal and professional life then my family took me to suboxone treatment virginia beach where I got right treatment which started showing results in very less time. |
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Post by joris85 on Sept 25, 2017 1:05:20 GMT -6
Personal use is legalized in our country.
It's not an issue if you treat it the same way as alcohol.
Do not use when in team colors (or in your case, when at school), don't show up under influence.
We have a sanction system in place.
For the rest, we don't really care as it's their business.
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Post by Deleted on Sept 25, 2017 9:00:34 GMT -6
Since most of us are high school coaches or lower, and even in the states where it's available to buy over the counter the law says you have to be at least 18 (or maybe 21, I forget which), I'd say to treat it like underage drinking. If your kids are getting drunk, how would you handle that?
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