Palace intrigue? Last bite of the apple for this age. Why not go for it? NEMS, Hoco, and Md united etc. should get into the mix. Poach back! Steal backup goalie, attack, midfield, and defense it is unseemly but the tryouts are so rigged timing wise that you almost have to play the game. This is the clubs doing make no mistake. I find the players and families not at fault for moving. Fastest way to improve is to bring in more talent. Best opportunity for most players would be not on the big 3 clubs in Maryland. Would you rather be the 5th attacker on Hero's or starter on Hoco? 5th defender on Skywalkers or starter on NEMS? Does the cache of saying you play for Hero's or Skywalkers outweigh the meaningful minutes on a "lesser" club?