What a ridiculous statement! You don't have to play for a top 20 program for the experience to be relevant. The majority of girls won't play for a top 20 and most parents recognize that. There are many great academic schools that will never see the top 20 but still offer their athletes a terrific education and academic support during the process. Oh and that being a part of a team thing is pretty great and rewarding too!
I believe they meant relevant in terms of competing for a national championship, which is true. That said I would bet that many players on lower ranked teams enjoy their experience equally if not more than the super competitive environment of many of these top teams.
