By Matthew Speakman
Austin coach Jeremy Perkins recognizes that performing well in a 7-on-7 competition doesn't guarantee success when the season starts in late August.
The simplified version of the sport awards teams points for touchdowns, interceptions and turnovers on downs. Players aren't allowed to tackle and play on a shortened field.
It's still good competition in Perkins' eyes, and Austin competed as well as a team could Tuesday at the Fellowship of Christian Athletes 7-on-7 event at the Jack Allen Soccer Complex.
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