Word I am hearing is that indeed this is about the quality of the 2020 Capital team and CM not wanting to dilute his brand by having the team not play in the very highest division in the most high profile youth grade. Madlax has distinguished itself from VLC the past couple of years by arguing that VLC plays down a level, and if Madlax did the same they would lose that argument. Very disappointing but do agree that CM has to do what is in the best interest of the kids and families, not necessarily his future marketing.
I agree they need to play down in AA and win the whole thing. That is all they can do at this point. I think if VLC or another NOVA team where in ELITE he would have a point. But they are not so he should just do AA and try to impress this summer when he plays those ELITE teams.
This is the tact that VLC is pursuing, and honestly I think it makes the most sense for their 2020 team. New coaching staff, and the kids have barely practiced together. Playing in HoCo AA will get the coach and team on the same page while giving them some good competition and gel as a team. All this is prep for summer tourney season, where playing Crabs, Looney's, Express, etc. etc. will all come to a head and honestly, where it counts for this age bracket.
Earth to Madlax Dad, the Elite teams will crush you in the summer also.
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