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and to play it beneficially and without in¬
jur^ requires superb physical condition.
A question often asked is, Why does A
never get hurt ? The answer is that he
can't be hurt; he trains conscientiously
and faithfully.
Careful attention should be paid to foot¬
ball clothes. An effusion upon the elbow
or water, on the knee is often the result of
not having sufficient padding on the el¬
bows or knees. A dislocated shoulder or
collar-bone often comes from lack of pads
over the shoulder. A sprained ankle may
be avoided by having well-fitting shoes,
and keeping them well cleated. Shoes
should have new cleats at least once in
every two weeks. Many injuries are caused
by carelessness in what might be termed
by some non-essential or trifling matters.
Injuries resulting from interference
from being knocked over by an interferer
may be avoided by keeping the body angu¬
lar well forward, and arms extended so as