Anyone have experience with id2 they care to share? My son just received an invite to training camp in California; first reaction is to accept as it seems like a worthwhile and exciting experience but it does require purchasing a plane ticket (or two) and 2-3 days off school. Would appreciate any thoughts. If you have experience with it, did you (parent) go as well? Thank you.
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Save $
Unless you have the goods, save the $. If the Federation wants to look at your kid, they'll find a way to see him. Good experience if the $ is not an issue. -
second hand
I have a friend whose daughter has gone to two ID2 camps. She also has done several years of regional ODP. According to her, this is a great experience and one of the most economical chances to train at this level with other high caliber athletes from all over. Other than the plane ticket, they cover all expenses and that is unusual in our US soccer system. I would say if you can afford it, go for it. From ODP experience, I traveled once with my daughter and have not done it again. The kids are well supervised and really do not have time for you anyway, save the money of you traveling unless you and your child are just not ready for that yet. By doing it once, you and your family will know if it is worth it if other opportunities arise. Just my two cents.Originally posted by Unregistered View PostComment
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Agree. Daughter did it. Loved the experience and the opportunity to play with some high end players. More than anything, it was a confidence builder. It helps to get on the radar, but is not the end of the world if you don't do it. Only your son needs to go. You won't be able to participate and the kids are well taken care of. If it is within your budget, send your son.Originally posted by Unregistered View Post
This probably can be a whole other topic, but I also would not be too concerned about missing the 2 days of school if your son is a good student (a big "if" I know!). I started in the camp of those who believed you didn't miss a day of school for any reason come hell or high water. I've since come around through my kids, and believe that missing a day or two here and there for life experiences such as this are not the end of the world. All within reason, of course, and with the understanding that your kid needs to keep up. Fortunately, most of the soccer related trips my kids have been on have had time set aside for study. Your son needs to utilize that time. First and foremost in my world are academics, but I can think of very few times in which I look back with regret on my children missing a day here and there for these types of events.Comment
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My child had the best soccer experience of his life. It was awesome playing with the nation's best and very humbling as well. It's also great to meet players/parents from all over the U.S. It was well run, very organized, and players got to meet a few pro players who shared their experience with the kids. I accompanied my child and I enjoyed myself as well--if you're able to, you should go! All the free Nike stuff was an added bonus!Comment
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Great experience
ID2 was a great experience for my child. The competition and exposure were much greater than ODP and it was free, minus the plane ticket. My child also came home with a bag full of gear, courtesy of Nike! Been to 3 ID2 camps now and we have so much gear at the house, not sure what to do with it all. It was highly focused training and everyone there knew and understood what was at stake. The selection process is much different than a try-out. If you can affor the ticket, I would do it, as the exposure alone is worht it. If they do well at Regional Camp, they can move onto National camp where all of the U17-U21 National Team coaches are present.Comment
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Parents are welcomed to attend all training sessions and listen to guest speakers too. The only thing you can't do is eat and sleep with your child.Comment
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