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maybe even a few stories about says. “I look up to guys like Brian and staying active.”

who tackled who.” O’Neill, Steve McGillis, and
Dave Branchaud, who are still “I was never an athletic
If you ask Colin about his person,” Brittany says, “but
proudest accomplishments, going strong. If they can do it, I I do enjoy working out and
figure I can too.”
winning Defensive MVP four running. I’ve
times is right up there. “I still take The league may only run for two
pride in that,” he admits. “But and a half months—starting in late done about twelve different
honestly, playing with my buddies August and wrapping up with the runs. I’ve done Mud Hero,
championship game in October— Spartan, foam runs, and many
is what it’s all about.”
but for Colin, it’s the highlight of other races in our community. I
For Colin, flag football isn’t just the year. “I get excited for it every plan on trying a half marathon
a hobby—it’s a family affair. “My time,” he says. “I’ve never missed next spring or summer.”
wife has been supporting me since a game. I’ve been late, maybe Brittany and her family believe
the beginning, and my kids grew had to leave early, but I’m there. in the importance of staying
up at the field,” he says. “You’ll Every game.” active, eating healthy, and
see family members, kids, dogs,
With over 27 seasons under getting lots of fresh air. They
even grandparents out there. It’s
his belt, Colin Samuel, the also believe that each child
more than just a league—it’s a
“Sackmaster,” is showing no signs should have the opportunity
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community.”
to do with the score. It’s the of slowing down. And as long as to participate in sports of their
camaraderie that keeps me coming At 51, Colin knows he’s one there are quarterbacks to sack, choice. “We enjoy watching
back. On the field, we’re enemies, of the older guys out there, but you can bet he’ll be out there— Marcus’s uncle play hockey on
but as soon as that whistle blows, he’s not slowing down. “I hope enjoying every minute. the weekends,” she adds.