My DD will most likely have a chance to fill an opening on an ECNL roster. We are strongly considering passing when/if she is offered the chance to move to the ECNL team. This year, school is going to take priority over soccer and we don't want to travel every other weekend. Although we can afford it, we prefer to use the funds spent on soccer travel, on other things.
After listening to "We expect soccer to be your number one focus, above other activities" speech every year, I am wondering what the consequence will be.
Will my DD be labeled 'not serious about soccer' and be passed up for promotions in future years? Or if a player is a top player, will it not matter, and she will be given the same opportunities as her teammates?
I'm aware that some coaches expect loyalty and expect families to center their life around soccer. Egos are a given in competitive sports for both parents and coaches.
My DD would like to play soccer in college, but it is not her number one goal.
After listening to "We expect soccer to be your number one focus, above other activities" speech every year, I am wondering what the consequence will be.
Will my DD be labeled 'not serious about soccer' and be passed up for promotions in future years? Or if a player is a top player, will it not matter, and she will be given the same opportunities as her teammates?
I'm aware that some coaches expect loyalty and expect families to center their life around soccer. Egos are a given in competitive sports for both parents and coaches.
My DD would like to play soccer in college, but it is not her number one goal.
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