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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]With aggression/lack of contact issues, I found that playing other sports really, really helped with that.  For some reason my son wasn't aggressive in soccer. 50/50 balls were more like 90/10 balls to the other team.  He didn't challenge for bouncing balls, punts, etc. Trapping the ball with his chest or heading the ball was not even considered. I found that basketball helped alot for some reason.  We found him trying to rebound against others, scrapping for loose balls, etc.  Flag football helped alot too.  Just having to close down on kids and pull flags, run routes across the middle with kids flying around, defend passes, etc.  But what probably helped (and continues to help) the most is getting stronger by lifting weights/body weight exercises. Lifting weights builds strength and confidence. Baby steps.  What some people don't understand is that some kids have irrational fear and it's not like it's their choice to be non aggressive.  You have to gradually expose them to it. My kid is so much better now but still has a way to go. [/quote]

Or just be a younger brother (to older brother(s)) :lol:  :lol: [/quote]

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