I completely agree. Parents holding back kids after Kindergarten are doing them a disservice. It's a selfish act when a CHILD is held back for a parent's and/or coaches beneficial gain wether it be for a scholarship or $$$$. When a CHILD is held back in school it is for academic reasons meaning they are not able to perform at their age and need additional assistance and time in achieving their academic milestones. When a CHILD is held back to create an advantage you are establishing a huge academic gap. Suddenly, your kid is referred to as the "dense" kid in school because he is older than everyone else and has "failed" in the education. While it might not be true, this is how school works. I have been hearing this for over 20 years in the educational field and hear from students all the time.

Also if your kid is so good by being held back them he must not be that good to play at his current age. If he is that good move him up.