Originally Posted by Anonymous
Originally Posted by Anonymous
Originally Posted by Anonymous
Who's interests are being served?

Is this being done in the best interest of the children (players)?

Is there a conflict of interest?


That is the issue and I think it needs to be evaluated on a case by case basis and not throw everyone into the same pot. Some coaches do have the best intentions and others are in it for the money. And that goes both ways, for the clubs and the high school coaches.


Clubs do not hide the fact that they are "for profit". Parents and players are free to choose (without fear) what club if any they play for. Apples and Oranges.


Again, don't throw everyone in the same pot. I can only speak for my district but the coaching staff here never said they are not making money from summer. They are offering an alternative to the clubs at less than half the price of the clubs. The varsity coach has also said everyone is welcome to play for him or for a club or for both. The only thing he asks is that if you play for both and there is a schedule conflict he wants the town team to come first.
I do not see an issue with this and neither do many other parents. I would say at least half the boys playing for the town team also play for club teams. Thats their option.