I too hunt in Tex., my county will be utilizing the new "antler" rule this coming season. I have mixed emotions about it, I like having my freedom to harvest what I want to, but at the same time I also am growing tired seeing small , young, inferior deer that have potential "if" left alone for a couple of years. I'm willing to give it a try and see how it plays out. It may take 4 to 5 years before we can really see a difference. As far as the kids, I say let them harvest a doe, which can easily be done in youth days or the new "doe days", or even a buck using the criteria. Let's give it a chance and hope for the best, we have no choice now anyway. Good luck this season and God bless.