Some of what is being posted here is true. But some is exaggerated. And what's happening on the boys side is different from the girls side. In general, it's true that not all the top premier players participate in odp. But, at the regional level, all of the players who make a regional roster are very good. Maybe there are some top players missing, but those who are there are very talented players.
My advice would be - try it. If you can afford the extra money then do it. If your kid is good enough to make a regional roster then he or she will have a great experience at the inter regional tournament or the national camp or an international tournament.
It's all relative too. A player from a small mediocre club team might find the Rider tournament a great challenge and a lot of fun. It depends on where you're coming from.
My advice would be - try it. If you can afford the extra money then do it. If your kid is good enough to make a regional roster then he or she will have a great experience at the inter regional tournament or the national camp or an international tournament.
It's all relative too. A player from a small mediocre club team might find the Rider tournament a great challenge and a lot of fun. It depends on where you're coming from.
Comment