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    As another poster commented, the best talent on LI is spread out across all of the GDA, ECNL and even a few other leagues' teams. None of these teams are currently the best they could be since everything is so fragmented, and there are gaps in depth from top to bottom.

    Some teams are better than others overall, but unfortunately a few impact players are the difference rather than a truly elite level across the board. The players all know who their dream team would be from a talent perspective. But then some have crazy parents or their own drama, so no one needs the baggage.

    Sadly, no team or club on LI is the "best", so figure out what works best for you. We can argue the competition in certain leagues is better than other leagues currently, but that starts the league turf wars again.

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      Originally posted by Unregistered View Post
      As another poster commented, the best talent on LI is spread out across all of the GDA, ECNL and even a few other leagues' teams. None of these teams are currently the best they could be since everything is so fragmented, and there are gaps in depth from top to bottom.

      Some teams are better than others overall, but unfortunately a few impact players are the difference rather than a truly elite level across the board. The players all know who their dream team would be from a talent perspective. But then some have crazy parents or their own drama, so no one needs the baggage.

      Sadly, no team or club on LI is the "best", so figure out what works best for you. We can argue the competition in certain leagues is better than other leagues currently, but that starts the league turf wars again.
      Agreed. The funny thing is, if you check out other states - they have the same parent dialogue going on. The same club bashing, debates between HS and various club ball, issues with coaches, issues with cost of soccer, lack of competition and competitive options.

      The conspiracy theorist in me believes it might be the same people trolling other threads for entertainment...

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        There is nothing that useful or valuable about having all the best talent on one team or that would happen.

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          Originally posted by Unregistered View Post
          There is nothing that useful or valuable about having all the best talent on one team or that would happen.
          Perhaps, but that is what these teams/leagues are supposed to be. From a development and recruiting perspective:

          1) having a peer group that is consistently at a high level would push committed players to try harder. Conversely, having lower level players at practices doesn't always challenge the best players.

          2) Although winning isn't everything, a team that can consistently perform will get more attention from colleges, especially at national events. Otherwise, national finals and brackets wouldn't exist.

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            Originally posted by Unregistered View Post
            What you seem to be missing is that LISC *IS* a lower team. The GDA badge is just decoration. This team wouldn't fare well in ECNL and would probably be mid-level in EDP or NPL. Again, many of these kids have made the rounds on other teams, throwing them together and slapping a different patch on their arms doesn't elevate them as players or as a team. Granted, MF is a step up from Maria Logan and actually having a set team instead scrapping 11 different players together each week in between their school games and NPL games, is certainly a better situation but let's not go overboard with the sales pitch here.

            I don't remember anyone saying they wouldn't win a game, there's bottom feeders in every division. Beating Empire United isn't really a feather in the cap, my 10 year old's Nycsl team can do that. If people are happy there, cool, be happy. But coming on these sites blabbering about the strength of LISC is literally an invitation for other commenters to weigh in.
            See that's the thing. No one ever came here bragging that LISC was going to be this powerhouse. It was only said they will be better than last year, because of several reasons. The restructuring, MF & GB coaching, the support from PZ, and they got new players, including several from Fury. Then the crazy parents started..

            One who was on the team last year and left, got upset because he heard someone say "they kept the players they wanted", and he felt insulted like they didn't want his daughter. No one ever said that. There was never anything bad said about any players.

            The one from Fury got upset because a lot of people said the Fury team wouldn't be as strong without the players that left. If ANY team loses 9 players they won't be as strong. That's not a dig against the girls who stayed, it's just common sense. So he starts with "the girls that left were benchwarmers, the strongest girls are still there anyway." Whatever..

            That's the main two people hating on the club. At best they respond to things that they read or hear, but that's biased by their own prejudice. At worst they are just telling lies because they are miserable. A lot of things posted is completely false and uninformed. Unfortunately, some people respond to what they post, rather than look back at what was originally said. Oh well, I guess that's what happens in anonymous forum.

            Others pointed out the issues LISC had last year and they have their doubts for this year.
            Okay, fine. Understandable.

            So for those tuning in, that's the whole story of the bashing coming at LISC.
            Bottom line is, if you are happy with your club, good for you. The girls at LISC are extremely happy with theirs.

            But I will no longer respond to the hate. Better things to do. So have at it...……...

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              Originally posted by Unregistered View Post
              As another poster commented, the best talent on LI is spread out across all of the GDA, ECNL and even a few other leagues' teams. None of these teams are currently the best they could be since everything is so fragmented, and there are gaps in depth from top to bottom.

              Some teams are better than others overall, but unfortunately a few impact players are the difference rather than a truly elite level across the board. The players all know who their dream team would be from a talent perspective. But then some have crazy parents or their own drama, so no one needs the baggage.

              Sadly, no team or club on LI is the "best", so figure out what works best for you. We can argue the competition in certain leagues is better than other leagues currently, but that starts the league turf wars again.
              Like someone said, a team performing well will get the attention of scouts and make everyone look good. A team usually performs better when the players all like and respect each other and become a true "team". It seems like the crazy parents, who teach negativity and selfishness to their kids don't get that. It seems like an easy concept to me.

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                Originally posted by Unregistered View Post
                Nah, they'll still suck. Both clubs beat Empire United, arguably the worst or second worst (LISC being the worst) team last season. Only difference is Fury has three of their top players playing HS right now, including their top scorer. Also Fury's 2 losses were to NYCFC the top team in this age group that would bury LISC by at least 6 goals and Oakwood that would also destroy LISC.
                So please the tide isn't turning, they're playing weak teams and teams that are half strength with players out in HS.
                From what I am hearing those players aren’t coming back to any DA squad.

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                  Originally posted by Unregistered View Post
                  Like someone said, a team performing well will get the attention of scouts and make everyone look good. A team usually performs better when the players all like and respect each other and become a true "team". It seems like the crazy parents, who teach negativity and selfishness to their kids don't get that. It seems like an easy concept to me.
                  A coach can either help in this process or contribute to its demise.

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                    Originally posted by Unregistered View Post
                    From what I am hearing those players aren’t coming back to any DA squad.
                    Not true. A few definitely are. But, a few definitely are not.

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                      Originally posted by Unregistered View Post
                      From what I am hearing those players aren’t coming back to any DA squad.
                      Are you referring to a specific age group (if so, which one) or all age groups in general?

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                        Originally posted by Unregistered View Post
                        Not true. A few definitely are. But, a few definitely are not.
                        Are you referring to a specific age group (if so, which one) or all age groups in general?

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                          Originally posted by Unregistered View Post
                          Are you referring to a specific age group (if so, which one) or all age groups in general?
                          Not the OP but, everyone will just have to wait and see. No one knows what decisions a family and player will make.

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                            Originally posted by Unregistered View Post
                            A coach can either help in this process or contribute to its demise.
                            I agree completely.

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                              Originally posted by Unregistered View Post
                              I agree completely.
                              How is the other club doing so far?
                              Go blue!!!!!

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                                who are you referring to?

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