You mean starting at age 5 is to late, and having a year round lax program is not enough?
And yes keeping the kids at home, not letting them play club hurts. It hurts the stars, but it strengthens the average players. The average players get better by playing with their team mates. The stars don't play against better competition or get seen at top recruiting events. Many programs have caught up, many more a catching up. WI will always be in the mix.
