Football players sweat it out

KETTERING, Ohio (WDTN) - The hottest day of the year didn't cool down much as the sun went down.

Pee Wee football players in Kettering were feeling that heat Tuesday night.

The FKAL Cardinals ran plays in full gear at Irelan Park on David Road, trying their best not to let the heat and humidity get to them. 

"It's tough to wear the pads because you're always sweating, and it's really hot out," said Cardinal player Kellan Bochenek. "You have to drink alot to stay hydrated."

Football dad Dave Gleason agrees. "The coaches do a real good job of making sure they've got plenty of water, and I think they're taking a few extra breaks, but they're monitoring them pretty close."

Coaches also encouraged players to dump water over their heads to beat the heat.

But, even standing on the sidelines was taking a toll on many of the parents. "It was almost breathtaking in terms of how hot it was," added Gleason.