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Exploring the Intense World of Texas Pee Wee Football on the Small Screen

Launching on January 14th, the Esquire Network unveils "Friday Night Tykes," a series offering an intimate view of the highly competitive Texas Youth Football Association.

"Texas Pee Wee Football Explored in Upcoming TV Show"
"Texas Pee Wee Football Explored in Upcoming TV Show"

Exploring the Intense World of Texas Pee Wee Football on the Small Screen

The Esquire Network is set to launch a new show titled "Friday Night Tykes" on January 14, with a two-hour season premiere at 9 p.m. ET. The docuseries, which will span over 10 episodes, promises to take viewers inside the ultra-competitive world of the Texas Youth Football Association.

The show, however, has raised concerns from the National Football League (NFL) due to its intense content, as reported by an NFL spokesman. According to the available information, the series will follow five teams: San Antonio Outlaws, San Antonio Predators, Northeast Colts, Jr. Broncos, and Judson Jr. Rockets.

The coaches featured in the docuseries during the 2013 season are those who lead these teams. While specific names are not provided in the search results, their aggressive coaching style is evident in the two preview videos, with statements like, "You have the opportunity today to rip their freakin' head off and let them bleed," and "If that kid comes across, I want you to put it in his helmet."

The coaches' words may not be suitable for sensitive viewers, and the show's content may provoke questions about parenting children in an incredibly competitive environment, as suggested by the statement, "Friday Night Tykes" aims to do.

It's worth noting that the football league in "Friday Night Tykes" is not part of the "Heads Up Football" program, which aims to improve player safety in youth football. This raises further questions about the competitive culture in youth sports and the impact it may have on young athletes.

Matt Hanna, the Esquire Network's head of original programming, made a statement about the show, but the details of his comments were not disclosed. The trailer of the show is reportedly troubling to watch, according to the NFL spokesman, adding to the controversy surrounding "Friday Night Tykes."

As the launch date approaches, viewers are left to decide whether they will tune in to witness the intense world of Texas Youth Football Association or whether they will steer clear of the potentially distressing content.

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