I don't agree with that model, no subbing, about 15 girls get to play and the coaches pick from grades 7-12, it's ridiculous. Don't tell me that the 3 middies who play the whole game aren't tired. Lots of athletic girls turning to track for a chance to participate and be a part of the team.
Originally Posted by Anonymous
Originally Posted by Anonymous
Originally Posted by Anonymous
Originally Posted by Anonymous
Do they cut any girls? I wonder if one team equals a better team. Think how much better your high school would be if you could add a few from a neighboring town.
With the strength of girls lax on LI I can't believe a school district couldn't field a team on their own.
At our HS we could barely field two teams, the travel crazies have driven out any athletic fringe kids. We now have a really skilled 8 or so travel girls and the bottom 8 are pretty dreadful. Since everyone has quit they are looking to call up 7th and 8th graders which feeds into the crazy travel parents. Its a problem. 7th and 8th graders shouldn't be playing varsity just because of a body need. And you can't be competitive unless you are running subs in and out.
The model you are complaining about actually works quite well. Stack team with high skill travel girls, bring up the 8th 9th graders who can play. Get your skill girls in great condition endurance wise and you are set, barely any subs needed. Keep your best players on the field at all times.
