No football, that sucks man. Do you guys have lacrosse? It's the closest thing I can think of if it's contact you're looking for, and a hell of a lot of fun.
Or basketball. But if they don't offer good sports via the school, try to start games with your friends. My friends and I organize miniature leagues of football in the summer with brackets and everything.
Good luck bro.
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