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Ha! NYSC start loading up those rosters yet? We made it up to 23 on our NYSC team last year. Why do you think the teams crumbled apart? It wasn't only the DA issue.

That isn't even news, most ECNL teams had that many, so why are GDA teams different?

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My d was a quitter too, and it worked, she got a 75% scholarship offer, which she accepted, but then quit....

Better to quit and be happy then to have mental issues going forward. Some kids just do it because they think that’s the only way their parents approve of them

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Better to quit and be happy then to have mental issues going forward. Some kids just do it because they think that’s the only way their parents approve of them

I know a kid like that...parents were insane, rode the poor kid constantly, had her playing in ECNL, ODP, Super Y, High School Ball. You could tell by her "style" of play that she wasn't in it for her love of the game-super pissed off ALL the time on the field. Committed to a decent enough program and then bailed. Can't say I blame her.

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Not all kids who drop out of college sports have pushy parents. First, getting satisfying PT is hard work and never ending. Someone always wants your job, including each new crop of shiny freshmen. After years of going full tilt some kids are just burned out on it all. Some flat out get cut, which means they probably weren't a good fit for the program to begin with (good targeting improves your odds of success). Then some students want to start focusing more on the school aspect of their lives, start planning for their next chapter. Doing internships and study abroad is very difficult in D1, but they are a big part of preparing yourself for your a career and broadening your life experiences.

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Not all kids who drop out of college sports have pushy parents. First, getting satisfying PT is hard work and never ending. Someone always wants your job, including each new crop of shiny freshmen. After years of going full tilt some kids are just burned out on it all. Some flat out get cut, which means they probably weren't a good fit for the program to begin with (good targeting improves your odds of success). Then some students want to start focusing more on the school aspect of their lives, start planning for their next chapter. Doing internships and study abroad is very difficult in D1, but they are a big part of preparing yourself for your a career and broadening your life experiences.

The kid I was referring to bailed her Senior year in High School...but I get what you're saying about kids who stop playing in college

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The kid I was referring to bailed her Senior year in High School...but I get what you're saying about kids who stop playing in college

That can happen too, not often though. I think some kids get on a merry go round in middle school and don't know how to get off if they want to.

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The kid I was referring to bailed her Senior year in High School...but I get what you're saying about kids who stop playing in college

Was it Kayliegh Goodbitch???

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Not all kids who drop out of college sports have pushy parents. First, getting satisfying PT is hard work and never ending. Someone always wants your job, including each new crop of shiny freshmen. After years of going full tilt some kids are just burned out on it all. Some flat out get cut, which means they probably weren't a good fit for the program to begin with (good targeting improves your odds of success). Then some students want to start focusing more on the school aspect of their lives, start planning for their next chapter. Doing internships and study abroad is very difficult in D1, but they are a big part of preparing yourself for your a career and broadening your life experiences.

My daughter was all set for a solid D1 program in a competitive league. After careful consideration of talking to former teammates playing D1, talking to her high school counselors and coaches she decided she wanted to enjoy college and also play competitive soccer so she decided to play D3 at a great academic school. The best decision she made. She was happy and relieved. Most of the girls at her college felt the same way. They too played ECNL but wanted to emphasize there education, study abroad and not have soccer be a full time job and enjoy all aspects of college. What made this great was the money she left on the table from the D1 school for an athletic scholarship she was able to get more money from the D3 college through a “Merit scholarship” and academic scholarship. These young ladies have great choices and it has worked out for my daughter. Something to think about.

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My daughter was all set for a solid D1 program in a competitive league. After careful consideration of talking to former teammates playing D1, talking to her high school counselors and coaches she decided she wanted to enjoy college and also play competitive soccer so she decided to play D3 at a great academic school. The best decision she made. She was happy and relieved. Most of the girls at her college felt the same way. They too played ECNL but wanted to emphasize there education, study abroad and not have soccer be a full time job and enjoy all aspects of college. What made this great was the money she left on the table from the D1 school for an athletic scholarship she was able to get more money from the D3 college through a “Merit scholarship” and academic scholarship. These young ladies have great choices and it has worked out for my daughter. Something to think about.

I don't believe this story, not one bit....

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I don't believe this story, not one bit....

Not the poster but some players do decide a D1 path isn't for them. Mine was another one. Once they had visits and conversations with coaches and players, the reality of the commitment started to sink in. Mine wanted to do study abroad, hopefully an internship too. It's very tough to do with D1. Many athletes take classes over the summer also. I'm glad my player changed their mind before committing. They were quickly picked up by a great D3 program and school, plays every game, long playoff run, time to do other school things.

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I don't believe this story, not one bit....

I posted that and it’s absolutely true!!!! Every word! I will say that she chose a NESCAC Conference college that is a top academic institution. This conference is arguably the best D3 Conference in the country and there are 5 other schools in this conference that can compete evenly with Mid Major conference schools. These teams have a majority of players who like my daughter decided against D1. These schools recruit and commit ECNL players every year.

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I posted that and it’s absolutely true!!!! Every word! I will say that she chose a NESCAC Conference college that is a top academic institution. This conference is arguably the best D3 Conference in the country and there are 5 other schools in this conference that can compete evenly with Mid Major conference schools. These teams have a majority of players who like my daughter decided against D1. These schools recruit and commit ECNL players every year.

Of course they do. Look at the demographic that can afford to pay ECNL. These are affluent kids from educated families. They are expected to take their college seriously and prepare for a career.

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I posted that and it’s absolutely true!!!! Every word! I will say that she chose a NESCAC Conference college that is a top academic institution. This conference is arguably the best D3 Conference in the country and there are 5 other schools in this conference that can compete evenly with Mid Major conference schools. These teams have a majority of players who like my daughter decided against D1. These schools recruit and commit ECNL players every year.

Happens all the time depending on what D1 and D3 teams you're talking about. Nobody is turning down the Stanfords of the world to play D3; but to turn down a lower level D1 for a high academic D3 happens and is a good decision.

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Happens all the time depending on what D1 and D3 teams you're talking about. Nobody is turning down the Stanfords of the world to play D3; but to turn down a lower level D1 for a high academic D3 happens and is a good decision.

Exactly, and as I learned it happens more than you think. It’s definitely something and a good option for others to consider as well. Not only NESCAC schools but great D3 programs like John Hopkins, MIT, Univ of Chicago, Carnegie Mellon, Emory. All great colleges with highly competitive soccer programs. True student-athletes.

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Of course they do. Look at the demographic that can afford to pay ECNL. These are affluent kids from educated families. They are expected to take their college seriously and prepare for a career.

Stupid comment by someone who has no clue what they are talking about. Sounds like you have a “chip on your shoulder”. Demographic has nothing to do nor is there a correlation between ECNL and quality higher education. Plenty of student/athletes who have academic and financial scholarships to attend these great colleges. As far as ECNL Clubs can’t speak for them all but if there are players that are good enough to play ECNL and coaches/DOC’s want them at the club then clubs have been known to make it work for those families who cannot afford those fees.