The amount of conversation on this topic speaks volumes. As a parent of an on age 29, this simply means a few less giants/talented players on the top teams, which might ultimately make for better parity. I think the ones driving the conversation are the parents losing the vice grip on their child's life and the on-age parents who are too invested in the outcomes of their children's athletic pursuits. Let the age of “Call-ups” from the younger ages begin!!
Serious question: What do you consider an “on age 29”?
IF using a true birthdate 2029, September 1, 2010- August 31, 2011. Grade based allows a September 2009 holdback to play against an August 2011... hence the reason for this discussion. That would be a 13 year old against an 11 year old. OR WORSE YET a double hold back 14 year old this spring against an on age 11 year old.
But be prepared for chest pounding "just hit the wall" Dad to come justify why this is okay....
