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High school football: Game experienced major changes since current crop of seniors born in 2000
More pass-happy offense, better player safety two of the biggest changes
Football 2000
A Gainesville High player is brought down by the face mask by a South Forsyth defender during a 2000 game at City Park Stadium in Gainesville. - photo by Scott Rogers| The Times
On its face, high school football has drastically changed since the turn of the century. Gone are the days of teams lining up under center with a fullback and two tight ends, passing only when the situation was dire enough. The advent of the spread offense placed a greater emphasis on passing, points and panache, which has revolutionized the game in its wake.
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