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Is DA really the best option for our kids?
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I can also tell you that it is a myth that the best coaches are at the DA's. They are generally better licensed at the higher age groups thru requirements from the USSDA(B licensed min), however that is not the case for the u12-U13 age groups.
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Originally posted by Unregistered View PostI can also tell you that it is a myth that the best coaches are at the DA's. They are generally better licensed at the higher age groups thru requirements from the USSDA(B licensed min), however that is not the case for the u12-U13 age groups.
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Originally posted by Unregistered View PostDo you know what the licensing requirements are for U12 & U13? My kid will be starting U12 DA in the fall and I was surprised to see the coach chosen doesn't have a B license yet (fantastic coach, though, so we are happy with it).
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Originally posted by Unregistered View PostWell that's your answer isn't it. If he is a fantastic coach, then go with it. Joining the U12 DA is also about being around kids that are serious about soccer and they are just plain better than the other clubs and players out there. Also, at U12, if your kid is one of the best, he will be offered to play up on occasion. You made the right choice.
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Originally posted by Unregistered View PostDo you know what the licensing requirements are for U12 & U13? My kid will be starting U12 DA in the fall and I was surprised to see the coach chosen doesn't have a B license yet (fantastic coach, though, so we are happy with it).
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Originally posted by Unregistered View PostDo you know what the licensing requirements are for U12 & U13? My kid will be starting U12 DA in the fall and I was surprised to see the coach chosen doesn't have a B license yet (fantastic coach, though, so we are happy with it).
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As the kids get 13+, when better licensed coaches make a difference. They understand more about shape, 1 touch/2 touch and the modern game. When kids are 8-12, lower license coaches can focus on the fundamentals. Naturally, their are good and bad coaches with all licenses. If you notice they do not pay attention to detail, and do not know how to communicate that detail with the player, then coach typically is average or below.
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Just went through a year in u12 DA and disapppointed that my son wants to stay another year. Coaching was mediocre at best and demanding schedule makes it difficult to do much else on the side. Club doing nothing for player development. Team has no tactical strategy. Very individual play where each player is fighting for their spot in an unproductive way to avoid the revolving door. At 11-12 years old, this does not feel like the correct path for the future. The league might be the "best" but for my sons age provided very few meaningful games. Before DA, coach had the flexibility of finding competitive tournaments and playing team up. u12 DA florida north was 1-2 good games for 4 blowouts. Team only played one event outside of league play. I believe DA is better for older kids. Many young payers will get ruined by this system (coaching was bad bad bad)
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Originally posted by Unregistered View PostJust went through a year in u12 DA and disapppointed that my son wants to stay another year. Coaching was mediocre at best and demanding schedule makes it difficult to do much else on the side. Club doing nothing for player development. Team has no tactical strategy. Very individual play where each player is fighting for their spot in an unproductive way to avoid the revolving door. At 11-12 years old, this does not feel like the correct path for the future. The league might be the "best" but for my sons age provided very few meaningful games. Before DA, coach had the flexibility of finding competitive tournaments and playing team up. u12 DA florida north was 1-2 good games for 4 blowouts. Team only played one event outside of league play. I believe DA is better for older kids. Many young payers will get ruined by this system (coaching was bad bad bad)
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Originally posted by unregistered View Postjust went through a year in u12 da and disapppointed that my son wants to stay another year. Coaching was mediocre at best and demanding schedule makes it difficult to do much else on the side. Club doing nothing for player development. Team has no tactical strategy. Very individual play where each player is fighting for their spot in an unproductive way to avoid the revolving door. At 11-12 years old, this does not feel like the correct path for the future. The league might be the "best" but for my sons age provided very few meaningful games. Before da, coach had the flexibility of finding competitive tournaments and playing team up. U12 da florida north was 1-2 good games for 4 blowouts. Team only played one event outside of league play. I believe da is better for older kids. Many young payers will get ruined by this system (coaching was bad bad bad)
da may be an option when player is older but before u15 da has shows that is not a truly development tool for youth players.
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Originally posted by Unregistered View Posti agree with you a 100%
da may be an option when player is older but before u15 da has shows that is not a truly development tool for youth players.
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We never were able to attend any DA or ENCL because of geographics. All my daughter did was okay high school and for a tiny travel club. She's verbally committed to FSU in 10th grade. Hopefully someone in her same situation sees this a understand there is still hope.
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Originally posted by Unregistered View PostWe never were able to attend any DA or ENCL because of geographics. All my daughter did was okay high school and for a tiny travel club. She's verbally committed to FSU in 10th grade. Hopefully someone in her same situation sees this a understand there is still hope.
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