My sons plays on the local high school football team! Have you ever watched high school teams play football?
I used to watch all the time.  What position is he?
Yeah! It's really he third tier of American Football in the United States! He plays QB!
Quarterback, he must be really good.  Scouts looking at him?
Well he's definitely accumulating statistics! I think he has a decent shot at the college level, but no scouts yet!
If nothing else, maybe a scholarship, college is expensive, any plans for a specific school yet?
Yeah! I'm glad Texas HS uses NCAA playing rules so they get ahead! Somewhere in Texas!
He could be a Longhorn!
Yes! I just remind him to focus on having fun enjoying the pep rllies, mascots, and homecomings! These traditions are important too!
And cheerleaders.  Lol.  Yes in the end you want the good memories. Not the stress of playing.