and take a deep breath,this hobby survives with the help and knowledge of the game from coach's like u, noboby wants to see anyone walk away exspecially a seasoned vet as yourself ,some people will always talk (its always been nature) just kick back as think what is important to you and what makes you happy,90% of the miniature football world is in a financial pinch right now ,hopefully it will get better, just hang in there brother.
theres nothing to fear but fear itself ,unless your playing the colts