The holiday season means a lot of traditions for so many families, including those in the youth football community. In just a few days, family and friends will come together to celebrate Christmas and with that comes the tradition of singing Christmas carols.  Having said that, here’s my take on “The Twelve Days of Christmas” with “The Twelve Youth Football Days of Christmas.”

In the spirit of the holiday season, please keep in mind that I’m a sports reporter, not a song writer.

On the first day of Christmas, my Youth Football parent gave to me, a brand-new Riddell helmet for everyone to see.

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On the second day of Christmas, my Youth Football parent gave to me, two shoulder pads and a brand-new Riddell helmet for everyone to see. 

On the third day of Christmas, my Youth Football parent gave to me, three footballs flying, two shoulder pads and a brand-new Riddell helmet for everyone to see.

On the fourth day of Christmas, my Youth Football parent gave to me, four pairs of wristbands, three footballs flying, two shoulder pads and a brand-new Riddell helmet for everyone to see. 

On the fifth day of Christmas, my Youth Football parent gave me to me, five Super Bowl rings … four pairs of wristbands, three footballs flying, two shoulder pads and a brand-new Riddell helmet for everyone to see.

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On the sixth day of Christmas, my Youth Football parent gave me to me, six sticks of eye black, five Super Bowl rings … four pairs of wristbands, three footballs flying, two shoulder pads and a brand-new Riddell helmet for everyone to see.

On the seventh day of Christmas, my Youth Football parent gave to me, seven arm sleeves, six sticks of eye black, five Super Bowl rings … four pairs of wristbands, three footballs flying, two shoulder pads and a brand-new Riddell helmet for everyone to see. 

On the eighth day of Christmas, my Youth Football parent gave to me, eight pairs of gloves, seven arm sleeves, six sticks of eye black, five Super Bowl rings … four pairs of wristbands, three footballs flying, two shoulder pads and a brand-new Riddell helmet for everyone to see.

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On the ninth day of Christmas, my Youth Football parent gave to me, nine cheerleaders cheering, eight pairs of gloves, seven arm sleeves, six sticks of eye black, five Super bowl rings … four pairs of wristbands, three footballs flying, two shoulder pads and a brand-new Riddell helmet for everyone to see. 

On the 10th day of Christmas, my Youth Football parent gave to me, 10 terrific teammates, nine cheerleaders cheering, eight pairs of gloves, seven arm sleeves, six sticks of eye black, five Super Bowl rings … four pairs of wristbands, three footballs flying, two shoulder pads and a brand-new Riddell helmet for everyone to see.

On the 11th day of Christmas, my Youth Football parent gave to me, 11 Heads Up Football-certified coaches, 10 terrific teammates, nine cheerleaders cheering, eight pairs of gloves, seven arm sleeves, six sticks of eye black, five Super Bowl rings…four pairs of wristbands, three footballs flying, two shoulder pads and a brand-new Riddell helmet for everyone to see.

On the 12th day of Christmas, my Youth Football parent gave to me, 12 pairs of cleats, 11 Heads Up Football-certified coaches, 10 terrific teammates, nine cheerleaders cheering, eight pairs of gloves, seven arms sleeves, six sticks of eye black, five Super Bowl rings … four pairs of wristbands, three footballs flying, two shoulder pads and a brand-new Riddell helmet for everyone to see.

Just like a good youth football player, I had some fun and tried my best.  I’d like to wish everyone happy holidays, Merry Christmas, and a happy and healthy New Year! Have fun huddling up with your family and friends and stay safe!

Peter Schwartz is a sports anchor for the CBS Sports Radio Network, FOX News Headlines 24/7 and WCBS 880 Radio in New York. His older son, Bradley, plays youth tackle football on Long Island while his younger son, Jared, plays flag football.  Peter, his wife Sheryl and the boys are busy cheering on the New York Jets when they’re not at a youth football field.