so whats the difference between the bolts and revs academy programs ? I thought they both play in the same program/league against the same teams, etc ?..or are revs considered a "step up" ?
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Originally posted by Unregistered View Postso whats the difference between the bolts and revs academy programs ? I thought they both play in the same program/league against the same teams, etc ?..or are revs considered a "step up" ?
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Originally posted by Unregistered View PostYou are correct in that they both play in the same program/league against the same teams. Within DAP, MLS academies are generally accorded somewhat elevated status. MLS academies are among the growing number of programs that do not charge players to participate. Because they are "free," MLS academies have an easier time attracting top players. Bolts were a competitive club even before DAP and have had continued success to the present day. They likely will become even more attractive as an option to players when they also become "free."
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Originally posted by Unregistered View PostOk, I'll bite. At least half of last years NEFC U13 team should be playing U14 Rev's
The only one that is used to play for GH at Blackwatch.
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Originally posted by Unregistered View PostHow does Seacoast DAP match up vs Revs & Bolts?
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Originally posted by Unregistered View PostYou are correct in that they both play in the same program/league against the same teams. Within DAP, MLS academies are generally accorded somewhat elevated status. MLS academies are among the growing number of programs that do not charge players to participate. Because they are "free," MLS academies have an easier time attracting top players. Bolts were a competitive club even before DAP and have had continued success to the present day. They likely will become even more attractive as an option to players when they also become "free."
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Originally posted by Unregistered View PostFor the prep schools it is need based financial aid. Nothing to do with athletic based.
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Originally posted by Unregistered View PostAs part of DAP, Seacoast players have access to frequent training and great competition. Seacoast has had some strong teams over the years, but has struggled a bit lately as some solid players from NH have gone to the Revs and the Bolts. Nevertheless, they attract players from the North Shore and have had more than a few former Revs on their rosters. Overall, Seacoast can be thought of as a decent "country cousin" of the Bolts and Revs.
U18: 4-17-2
U16: 3-16-4
U15: 1-14-3
U14: 9-14-5
U13: 2-14-2
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Originally posted by Unregistered View PostHorrible results! How are they a DAP club and GPS isn't?
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Originally posted by Unregistered View PostGPS won't be any better if they were in that geographical area. The issue is that there are just not enough quality players in the New England area that can compete at the national level. If there were enough quality players and considering the area and the number of registered youth players in MA (168K), the revs and bolts should be in the top 3 -5 in the country every season and that is far from the case.
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