[quote=Anonymous]From what I have seen... I am of the opinion that most clubs don't invest in 2nd teams. And people have kids that are tweeners. That means they can't really crack the lineup on the top team because the talent is very high and the 2nd team is an after thought. I have noticed that now the top clubs at this age are making an effort to have very competitive, well run teams.
You think second thought , wait until recruiting starts. You do not want to be on any second team.
That's the problem. People have that think you must me on the A team in 7th grade to be recruited. With all the showcase and prospect days out there all you need is a club reference. That's not to say an A team isn't helpful - it's just not critical. Trust me, if your son doesn't make the top team now, it's okay. Just get good coaching/training and if your son can play come HS.... all will be well. Biggest mistake, getting on to a team and not
No college wants a "reference" from your club coach that you pay. If in top high school , maybe your coach can help with process. If not , you need to be in front of college coaches . Like it or not , B teams won't be able to provide the exposure. Not to play at high level college. Recruiting starts summer of 8th grade. It doesn't make any sense, but that's the state of lacrosse recruiting today.
I agree, but you need the club reference to get into showcases. Correct, B teams won't play in Team Showcases, but all players can play in individual showcases and that where you need the club reference. Plenty of A and non A team players received commitments that way, not via the team showcase. B teams if structured correctly is okay to be on. That can be a big 'If' but it's my opinion and I could be wrong.
