Could it set the kid back, let's say, 3 months, or for good? I guess that an injury could. Many things can actually kill you, such as riding a bike, crossing the road, going into a school, or decaying on the web, as we are here. Being the best player on any team is guaranteed to set, or hold you back. I hope that those kids whom you are so envious of continue to try as hard at what they do, as you do at what you do!