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    I have noticed a trend particularly in ECNL/DA/NPL level where teams create very big rosters from 22-26 players. Is there any legitimate reason to do this? After all it's kids soccer and I would think the kids just want to play.

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    Originally posted by Unregistered View Post
    I have noticed a trend particularly in ECNL/DA/NPL level where teams create very big rosters from 22-26 players. Is there any legitimate reason to do this? After all it's kids soccer and I would think the kids just want to play.
    Good question. And the answer is $$$$$$$.

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      #3
      Originally posted by Unregistered View Post
      I have noticed a trend particularly in ECNL/DA/NPL level where teams create very big rosters from 22-26 players. Is there any legitimate reason to do this? After all it's kids soccer and I would think the kids just want to play.
      They can scrimmage 11v11 in practice without having to invite another team.

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        #4
        Originally posted by Unregistered View Post
        I have noticed a trend particularly in ECNL/DA/NPL level where teams create very big rosters from 22-26 players. Is there any legitimate reason to do this? After all it's kids soccer and I would think the kids just want to play.
        I can’t answer the GDA reason, but if you notice many ECNL and NPL rosters within clubs have duplicate listings. If a player is not registered with an ECNL team, they can not play in an ECNL game should there be injuries or absences. Most ECNL teams will roster some of their 2nd team players so they always have the option of pulling up players. It also gives those players the opportunity to attend ECNL events

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          #5
          Yes it happens but not that often. Most don't go bigger than 22. And yes some are dual rostered; a lot of spill over ECNL players play on the aggregate team

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            #6
            Originally posted by Unregistered View Post
            Yes it happens but not that often. Most don't go bigger than 22. And yes some are dual rostered; a lot of spill over ECNL players play on the aggregate team
            Also ECNL sub rules make it easier to give players on a bigger roster decent PT vs GDA.

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              #7
              Originally posted by Unregistered View Post
              Also ECNL sub rules make it easier to give players on a bigger roster decent PT vs GDA.
              Even those sub rules cant handle a roster of 22 players. That is ridiculous.

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                #8
                Originally posted by Unregistered View Post
                Even those sub rules cant handle a roster of 22 players. That is ridiculous.
                How can the U19 NYSC GDA roster 25 players? NYCFC has 19 for that age group. Isn't the DA rule only 16 players can per game?

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                  #9
                  Originally posted by Unregistered View Post
                  How can the U19 NYSC GDA roster 25 players? NYCFC has 19 for that age group. Isn't the DA rule only 16 players can per game?
                  You should def notify ussf right away

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                    #10
                    Originally posted by Unregistered View Post
                    You should def notify ussf right away
                    that isn't the point and no need for the hostile reply. the op said that an ECNL team couldn't get 22 players enough playing time with unlimited subs. so with only 5 subs in a game and no reentry, how does a coach manage a DA roster of 25? NYCFC has maintained a more manageable roster size.

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                      #11
                      Originally posted by Unregistered View Post
                      that isn't the point and no need for the hostile reply. the op said that an ECNL team couldn't get 22 players enough playing time with unlimited subs. so with only 5 subs in a game and no reentry, how does a coach manage a DA roster of 25? NYCFC has maintained a more manageable roster size.
                      It’s not about the competitions, it’s about the training. Everyone is guaranteed 25% starts..that’s it. Don’t like it, pick another club

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                        #12
                        Originally posted by Unregistered View Post
                        I have noticed a trend particularly in ECNL/DA/NPL level where teams create very big rosters from 22-26 players. Is there any legitimate reason to do this? After all it's kids soccer and I would think the kids just want to play.
                        They should make two teams in this case. But then the club would have to pay two league fees, and that would be a loss of revenue. Parents need to smarten up. Walk away from a team with a large roster. Unless your kid is ok with warming the bench. Find a small team where they will play meaningful minutes.

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                          #13
                          Originally posted by Unregistered View Post
                          It’s not about the competitions, it’s about the training. Everyone is guaranteed 25% starts..that’s it. Don’t like it, pick another club
                          West coast parent here: That's bullsheet. Playtime is expressing what
                          you learned during training and practice. No playtime = no development.
                          25% starts is bullsheet also. Start versus a creampuff team and subbed out quickly.

                          DD was on a top level club with turn DA, which we moved to ECNL.
                          ODP level full minutes starter. High school soccer and focus on college.
                          We were spot on about DA. If your dd has the skills, wherever you go,
                          there you are.

                          Rosters over 18 mean trouble. 19+ do not get to suit up.
                          Awful, awful, awful situation. Drama, toxicity, and anger.
                          Club wants the parents to claw each other eyes out, not
                          yell at the club for being such assh00les.
                          15-18 players have it hard enough, but 26?
                          Cones for the starters on your time and dime.

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                            #14
                            Originally posted by Unregistered View Post
                            that isn't the point and no need for the hostile reply. the op said that an ECNL team couldn't get 22 players enough playing time with unlimited subs. so with only 5 subs in a game and no reentry, how does a coach manage a DA roster of 25? NYCFC has maintained a more manageable roster size.
                            Have you looked at the ages and the younger roster? Some may be dual rostered if they're age appropriate.

                            Otherwise yes a DA roster of 25 is completely unworkable. Only 18 are allowed to dress for any game in either league. But its easier to sub players with ECNL

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                              #15
                              Originally posted by Unregistered View Post
                              West coast parent here: That's bullsheet. Playtime is expressing what
                              you learned during training and practice. No playtime = no development.
                              25% starts is bullsheet also. Start versus a creampuff team and subbed out quickly.

                              DD was on a top level club with turn DA, which we moved to ECNL.
                              ODP level full minutes starter. High school soccer and focus on college.
                              We were spot on about DA. If your dd has the skills, wherever you go,
                              there you are.

                              Rosters over 18 mean trouble. 19+ do not get to suit up.
                              Awful, awful, awful situation. Drama, toxicity, and anger.
                              Club wants the parents to claw each other eyes out, not
                              yell at the club for being such assh00les.
                              15-18 players have it hard enough, but 26?
                              Cones for the starters on your time and dime.
                              nice haiku

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