My son attended the Elite 80 last year. It was very organized, all D1 coaches advertised to appeare were there. The coaches were very into it and engaging. A lot of touches - drills, skill work, and scrimmages. Competition was good. Facilities were nice - easy to get to. For an 8th grader not sure what else you would want to consider.
One may argue competition was not great - are people traveling from the West coast and Mid Atlantic. He may see some - but for the most part you will get Tri-State kids and a few Northeast. But that should not effect you.
