[yowlingcat]

I think both are true. The must-play requirements are present, but they don't stop certain things from happening -- things like the coach's kid from getting the most playtime, attention and opportunities in game. I saw this happen firsthand.

[csa]

Absolutely.

Then again, that person is probably a bad coach.

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