2028 Girls Lacrosse

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Anonymous wrote:The time to move is after 7th grade. The longer you wait, the tougher it is.

Ugh, having buyer’s remorse. Oh well. Next year.

Why already?

Just feel like I missed the boat on a good MD team. Not saying my kid would make it just feel like I would’ve liked to see how she matched up in tryouts. Grass is always greener, tho.

Gets harder each year after 6th grade. The top clubs had 90-100 girls at tryouts and they are only looking to fill 2-5 spots depending on the team.

You have to have elite speed, size or combination to stand out

More on "speed and size". Let me offer a counterpoint. I know of multiple offers from top 5 MD teams to 2028s this year that certainly weren't based on size, and much more on elite skill, than speed. You also need to factor in head to head experience, camps or clinics, guest practices, etc. Agree a player can't just show up and make a team out of nowhere without some eye catching components to her game; I just think the speed and size talk is a bit overdone when there are multiple paths to get noticed, and definitely when discussing 13-year olds at the beginning, or in the middle, of growth spurts.

Just curious, but how are you specifically aware of the reasons underlying multiple offers to top MD clubs. You don’t sound like a coach or are you just full of crap?

The prior post said “you have to have elite size and speed, or combination”. I’m merely saying that that’s not necessarily the case. My view is informed by two offers to girls without size or “elite speed” that were offered in this cycle, that I personally know.

More broadly, I find the elite size and speed obsession—in a skill sport—limiting and erroneous. Even at the top of the D1 level, I can think of numerous examples of star players with neither. They are just damn good at lacrosse. No need to deter 13 year olds developing their game by telling them they can’t make it without specific genetic gifts. Certainly helps, but not the only way to get there.

So, not sure what I “sound like” to you, or why you seem frustrated, but I am sure of the points I offered.

So, since you brought it up, which team made offers to fill a gap?

No big deal on the parsing of your understanding of “elite” but don’t be a douche and call out girls who got offers from top MD teams (there aren’t that many) by calling into question their speed etc. You try to cover your insult with a backhanded compliment but anyone can see it for what it is. And if you don’t think it is an insult, don’t hide behind an anonymous post.

You are crazy. I'm a "douche" for saying that some girls can be SO GOOD at lacrosse that they don't need size (which is either there or not there) or "elite" speed (subjective, but on a range), to make a top 5 Maryland team? You can still be very fast, or have game speed, or be quick and dynamic, without having "elite" speed. That's somehow an "insult" to you? It's actually the opposite. Get a grip man. You apparently don't like to lose an argument, so you resort to name calling.

Your posts opining on the all powerful attributes of speed and size were also anonymous.

And you have no idea how many offers there were. Some were turned down... Recommend you take a deep breath.

I was not the one posting on size and speed. I called you out for saying you had the inside scoop on two of the top MD team offer which is bull$hit.

You don’t think parents and coaches talk? Pretty big group at Mid-Atlantic hanging out between games. I can see why no one would want to talk to you…but a lot of info is shared.

Ooooh. So name the team, Douche.

If you continue to use that term on this page I am going to remove your posts and then all of your excellent arguments will be lost forever. Okay?

Sure thing! DD. Make your lame points without calling out kids.

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Anonymous wrote:The time to move is after 7th grade. The longer you wait, the tougher it is.

Ugh, having buyer’s remorse. Oh well. Next year.

Why already?

Just feel like I missed the boat on a good MD team. Not saying my kid would make it just feel like I would’ve liked to see how she matched up in tryouts. Grass is always greener, tho.

Gets harder each year after 6th grade. The top clubs had 90-100 girls at tryouts and they are only looking to fill 2-5 spots depending on the team.

You have to have elite speed, size or combination to stand out

More on "speed and size". Let me offer a counterpoint. I know of multiple offers from top 5 MD teams to 2028s this year that certainly weren't based on size, and much more on elite skill, than speed. You also need to factor in head to head experience, camps or clinics, guest practices, etc. Agree a player can't just show up and make a team out of nowhere without some eye catching components to her game; I just think the speed and size talk is a bit overdone when there are multiple paths to get noticed, and definitely when discussing 13-year olds at the beginning, or in the middle, of growth spurts.

Just curious, but how are you specifically aware of the reasons underlying multiple offers to top MD clubs. You don’t sound like a coach or are you just full of crap?

The prior post said “you have to have elite size and speed, or combination”. I’m merely saying that that’s not necessarily the case. My view is informed by two offers to girls without size or “elite speed” that were offered in this cycle, that I personally know.

More broadly, I find the elite size and speed obsession—in a skill sport—limiting and erroneous. Even at the top of the D1 level, I can think of numerous examples of star players with neither. They are just damn good at lacrosse. No need to deter 13 year olds developing their game by telling them they can’t make it without specific genetic gifts. Certainly helps, but not the only way to get there.

So, not sure what I “sound like” to you, or why you seem frustrated, but I am sure of the points I offered.

So, since you brought it up, which team made offers to fill a gap?

No big deal on the parsing of your understanding of “elite” but don’t be a douche and call out girls who got offers from top MD teams (there aren’t that many) by calling into question their speed etc. You try to cover your insult with a backhanded compliment but anyone can see it for what it is. And if you don’t think it is an insult, don’t hide behind an anonymous post.

You are crazy. I'm a "douche" for saying that some girls can be SO GOOD at lacrosse that they don't need size (which is either there or not there) or "elite" speed (subjective, but on a range), to make a top 5 Maryland team? You can still be very fast, or have game speed, or be quick and dynamic, without having "elite" speed. That's somehow an "insult" to you? It's actually the opposite. Get a grip man. You apparently don't like to lose an argument, so you resort to name calling.

Your posts opining on the all powerful attributes of speed and size were also anonymous.

And you have no idea how many offers there were. Some were turned down... Recommend you take a deep breath.

I was not the one posting on size and speed. I called you out for saying you had the inside scoop on two of the top MD team offer which is bull$hit.

You don’t think parents and coaches talk? Pretty big group at Mid-Atlantic hanging out between games. I can see why no one would want to talk to you…but a lot of info is shared.

Ooooh. So name the team, Douche.

If you continue to use that term on this page I am going to remove your posts and then all of your excellent arguments will be lost forever. Okay?

Sure thing! DD. Make your lame points without calling out kids.

Man, you are delusional. I’m just here reading your nonsense and wishing it would stop.

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Anonymous wrote:The time to move is after 7th grade. The longer you wait, the tougher it is.

Ugh, having buyer’s remorse. Oh well. Next year.

Why already?

Just feel like I missed the boat on a good MD team. Not saying my kid would make it just feel like I would’ve liked to see how she matched up in tryouts. Grass is always greener, tho.

Gets harder each year after 6th grade. The top clubs had 90-100 girls at tryouts and they are only looking to fill 2-5 spots depending on the team.

You have to have elite speed, size or combination to stand out

More on "speed and size". Let me offer a counterpoint. I know of multiple offers from top 5 MD teams to 2028s this year that certainly weren't based on size, and much more on elite skill, than speed. You also need to factor in head to head experience, camps or clinics, guest practices, etc. Agree a player can't just show up and make a team out of nowhere without some eye catching components to her game; I just think the speed and size talk is a bit overdone when there are multiple paths to get noticed, and definitely when discussing 13-year olds at the beginning, or in the middle, of growth spurts.

Just curious, but how are you specifically aware of the reasons underlying multiple offers to top MD clubs. You don’t sound like a coach or are you just full of crap?

The prior post said “you have to have elite size and speed, or combination”. I’m merely saying that that’s not necessarily the case. My view is informed by two offers to girls without size or “elite speed” that were offered in this cycle, that I personally know.

More broadly, I find the elite size and speed obsession—in a skill sport—limiting and erroneous. Even at the top of the D1 level, I can think of numerous examples of star players with neither. They are just damn good at lacrosse. No need to deter 13 year olds developing their game by telling them they can’t make it without specific genetic gifts. Certainly helps, but not the only way to get there.

So, not sure what I “sound like” to you, or why you seem frustrated, but I am sure of the points I offered.

So, since you brought it up, which team made offers to fill a gap?

No big deal on the parsing of your understanding of “elite” but don’t be a douche and call out girls who got offers from top MD teams (there aren’t that many) by calling into question their speed etc. You try to cover your insult with a backhanded compliment but anyone can see it for what it is. And if you don’t think it is an insult, don’t hide behind an anonymous post.

You are crazy. I'm a "douche" for saying that some girls can be SO GOOD at lacrosse that they don't need size (which is either there or not there) or "elite" speed (subjective, but on a range), to make a top 5 Maryland team? You can still be very fast, or have game speed, or be quick and dynamic, without having "elite" speed. That's somehow an "insult" to you? It's actually the opposite. Get a grip man. You apparently don't like to lose an argument, so you resort to name calling.

Your posts opining on the all powerful attributes of speed and size were also anonymous.

And you have no idea how many offers there were. Some were turned down... Recommend you take a deep breath.

I was not the one posting on size and speed. I called you out for saying you had the inside scoop on two of the top MD team offer which is bull$hit.

You don’t think parents and coaches talk? Pretty big group at Mid-Atlantic hanging out between games. I can see why no one would want to talk to you…but a lot of info is shared.

Ooooh. So name the team, Douche.

If you continue to use that term on this page I am going to remove your posts and then all of your excellent arguments will be lost forever. Okay?

Sure thing! DD. Make your lame points without calling out kids.

Man, you are delusional. I’m just here reading your nonsense and wishing it would stop.

Sorry, DD. You started this.

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Anonymous wrote:The time to move is after 7th grade. The longer you wait, the tougher it is.

Ugh, having buyer’s remorse. Oh well. Next year.

Why already?

Just feel like I missed the boat on a good MD team. Not saying my kid would make it just feel like I would’ve liked to see how she matched up in tryouts. Grass is always greener, tho.

Gets harder each year after 6th grade. The top clubs had 90-100 girls at tryouts and they are only looking to fill 2-5 spots depending on the team.

You have to have elite speed, size or combination to stand out

More on "speed and size". Let me offer a counterpoint. I know of multiple offers from top 5 MD teams to 2028s this year that certainly weren't based on size, and much more on elite skill, than speed. You also need to factor in head to head experience, camps or clinics, guest practices, etc. Agree a player can't just show up and make a team out of nowhere without some eye catching components to her game; I just think the speed and size talk is a bit overdone when there are multiple paths to get noticed, and definitely when discussing 13-year olds at the beginning, or in the middle, of growth spurts.

Just curious, but how are you specifically aware of the reasons underlying multiple offers to top MD clubs. You don’t sound like a coach or are you just full of crap?

The prior post said “you have to have elite size and speed, or combination”. I’m merely saying that that’s not necessarily the case. My view is informed by two offers to girls without size or “elite speed” that were offered in this cycle, that I personally know.

More broadly, I find the elite size and speed obsession—in a skill sport—limiting and erroneous. Even at the top of the D1 level, I can think of numerous examples of star players with neither. They are just damn good at lacrosse. No need to deter 13 year olds developing their game by telling them they can’t make it without specific genetic gifts. Certainly helps, but not the only way to get there.

So, not sure what I “sound like” to you, or why you seem frustrated, but I am sure of the points I offered.

So, since you brought it up, which team made offers to fill a gap?

No big deal on the parsing of your understanding of “elite” but don’t be a douche and call out girls who got offers from top MD teams (there aren’t that many) by calling into question their speed etc. You try to cover your insult with a backhanded compliment but anyone can see it for what it is. And if you don’t think it is an insult, don’t hide behind an anonymous post.

You are crazy. I'm a "douche" for saying that some girls can be SO GOOD at lacrosse that they don't need size (which is either there or not there) or "elite" speed (subjective, but on a range), to make a top 5 Maryland team? You can still be very fast, or have game speed, or be quick and dynamic, without having "elite" speed. That's somehow an "insult" to you? It's actually the opposite. Get a grip man. You apparently don't like to lose an argument, so you resort to name calling.

Your posts opining on the all powerful attributes of speed and size were also anonymous.

And you have no idea how many offers there were. Some were turned down... Recommend you take a deep breath.

I was not the one posting on size and speed. I called you out for saying you had the inside scoop on two of the top MD team offer which is bull$hit.

You don’t think parents and coaches talk? Pretty big group at Mid-Atlantic hanging out between games. I can see why no one would want to talk to you…but a lot of info is shared.

Ooooh. So name the team, Douche.

If you continue to use that term on this page I am going to remove your posts and then all of your excellent arguments will be lost forever. Okay?

Sure thing! DD. Make your lame points without calling out kids.

Man, you are delusional. I’m just here reading your nonsense and wishing it would stop.

Sorry, DD. You started this.

It may seem like you are now conversing with the same person (or several people, in all likelihood) as before, but you are not. I am in fact a different person who does not appreciate your language on a page I know is being viewed by young girls.

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Anonymous wrote:The time to move is after 7th grade. The longer you wait, the tougher it is.

Ugh, having buyer’s remorse. Oh well. Next year.

Why already?

Just feel like I missed the boat on a good MD team. Not saying my kid would make it just feel like I would’ve liked to see how she matched up in tryouts. Grass is always greener, tho.

Gets harder each year after 6th grade. The top clubs had 90-100 girls at tryouts and they are only looking to fill 2-5 spots depending on the team.

You have to have elite speed, size or combination to stand out

More on "speed and size". Let me offer a counterpoint. I know of multiple offers from top 5 MD teams to 2028s this year that certainly weren't based on size, and much more on elite skill, than speed. You also need to factor in head to head experience, camps or clinics, guest practices, etc. Agree a player can't just show up and make a team out of nowhere without some eye catching components to her game; I just think the speed and size talk is a bit overdone when there are multiple paths to get noticed, and definitely when discussing 13-year olds at the beginning, or in the middle, of growth spurts.

Just curious, but how are you specifically aware of the reasons underlying multiple offers to top MD clubs. You don’t sound like a coach or are you just full of crap?

The prior post said “you have to have elite size and speed, or combination”. I’m merely saying that that’s not necessarily the case. My view is informed by two offers to girls without size or “elite speed” that were offered in this cycle, that I personally know.

More broadly, I find the elite size and speed obsession—in a skill sport—limiting and erroneous. Even at the top of the D1 level, I can think of numerous examples of star players with neither. They are just damn good at lacrosse. No need to deter 13 year olds developing their game by telling them they can’t make it without specific genetic gifts. Certainly helps, but not the only way to get there.

So, not sure what I “sound like” to you, or why you seem frustrated, but I am sure of the points I offered.

So, since you brought it up, which team made offers to fill a gap?

No big deal on the parsing of your understanding of “elite” but don’t be a douche and call out girls who got offers from top MD teams (there aren’t that many) by calling into question their speed etc. You try to cover your insult with a backhanded compliment but anyone can see it for what it is. And if you don’t think it is an insult, don’t hide behind an anonymous post.

You are crazy. I'm a "douche" for saying that some girls can be SO GOOD at lacrosse that they don't need size (which is either there or not there) or "elite" speed (subjective, but on a range), to make a top 5 Maryland team? You can still be very fast, or have game speed, or be quick and dynamic, without having "elite" speed. That's somehow an "insult" to you? It's actually the opposite. Get a grip man. You apparently don't like to lose an argument, so you resort to name calling.

Your posts opining on the all powerful attributes of speed and size were also anonymous.

And you have no idea how many offers there were. Some were turned down... Recommend you take a deep breath.

I was not the one posting on size and speed. I called you out for saying you had the inside scoop on two of the top MD team offer which is bull$hit.

You don’t think parents and coaches talk? Pretty big group at Mid-Atlantic hanging out between games. I can see why no one would want to talk to you…but a lot of info is shared.

Ooooh. So name the team, Douche.

If you continue to use that term on this page I am going to remove your posts and then all of your excellent arguments will be lost forever. Okay?

Sure thing! DD. Make your lame points without calling out kids.

Man, you are delusional. I’m just here reading your nonsense and wishing it would stop.

Sorry, DD. You started this.

It may seem like you are now conversing with the same person (or several people, in all likelihood) as before, but you are not. I am in fact a different person who does not appreciate your language on a page I know is being viewed by young girls.

Lol! Nice try, DD.

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Anonymous wrote:The time to move is after 7th grade. The longer you wait, the tougher it is.

Ugh, having buyer’s remorse. Oh well. Next year.

Why already?

Just feel like I missed the boat on a good MD team. Not saying my kid would make it just feel like I would’ve liked to see how she matched up in tryouts. Grass is always greener, tho.

Gets harder each year after 6th grade. The top clubs had 90-100 girls at tryouts and they are only looking to fill 2-5 spots depending on the team.

You have to have elite speed, size or combination to stand out

More on "speed and size". Let me offer a counterpoint. I know of multiple offers from top 5 MD teams to 2028s this year that certainly weren't based on size, and much more on elite skill, than speed. You also need to factor in head to head experience, camps or clinics, guest practices, etc. Agree a player can't just show up and make a team out of nowhere without some eye catching components to her game; I just think the speed and size talk is a bit overdone when there are multiple paths to get noticed, and definitely when discussing 13-year olds at the beginning, or in the middle, of growth spurts.

I am aware of offers from top MD teams that were more about filling a gap than elite anything.

What team does your DD play on since you seem to be in the know on everything

Thanks. I am!

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Can we get back to arguing about Pride vs Stars? Will Capital kick SD out?

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Anonymous wrote:Can we get back to arguing about Pride vs Stars? Will Capital kick SD out?

Seriously!

Maybe in a positive vein, we could even turn to Stars + Pride (instead of Stars v Pride) for a moment as 15 players from those two teams will be playing together at American Select on the DC-Virginia team next week. Should be fun to see them on the same squad. Lots of girls who can put the ball in the goal, and the combined defense and goalies should be pretty solid. They have to play a Colorado group with several players that did well at Mid Atlantic last week, and of course, a tough upstate NY team that features the combined Aces and Monsters, but will be an interesting test.

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trying to follow along. is DD shorthand for the word that was banned? and, who is threatening to delete posts? I would think that would be the moderator but he/she seems to be involved in the lacrosse debate too. Do the folks who runs DCUM have a daughter who plays lacrosse?

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Anonymous wrote:Can we get back to arguing about Pride vs Stars? Will Capital kick SD out?

Who is SD? And why is Capital so great but can't even keep an updated website?

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IYDKYDK

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Anonymous wrote:trying to follow along. is DD shorthand for the word that was banned? and, who is threatening to delete posts? I would think that would be the moderator but he/she seems to be involved in the lacrosse debate too. Do the folks who runs DCUM have a daughter who plays lacrosse?

No need to catch up with that nonsense. It's a troll who baits people into arguing by pretending to be serious just long enough, and then goes full negative troll. Poster who suggested the thread had seen enough of the d word was absolutely right.

And for the poster asking about SD, probably best to let that lie as well. Hopefully he is reformed.

As for the question of why Capital doesn't update their website, that's a legit one.

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Anonymous wrote:trying to follow along. is DD shorthand for the word that was banned? and, who is threatening to delete posts? I would think that would be the moderator but he/she seems to be involved in the lacrosse debate too. Do the folks who runs DCUM have a daughter who plays lacrosse?

No need to catch up with that nonsense. It's a troll who baits people into arguing by pretending to be serious just long enough, and then goes full negative troll. Poster who suggested the thread had seen enough of the d word was absolutely right.

And for the poster asking about SD, probably best to let that lie as well. Hopefully he is reformed.

As for the question of why Capital doesn't update their website, that's a legit one.

SD will never be reformed. IYKYK

[Anonymous]

You are all crazy 28 parents! I have 2 above and 1 below 28 and you all as a group are the craziest. It’s funny that there’s disparaging nicknames for two of you because you are all nuts. It’s like what Triumph the dog says about poop telling sh!t it smells.

Keep it up because I love reading this! Best thread on the entire site!

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Anonymous wrote:Can we get back to arguing about Pride vs Stars? Will Capital kick SD out?

Seriously!

Maybe in a positive vein, we could even turn to Stars + Pride (instead of Stars v Pride) for a moment as 15 players from those two teams will be playing together at American Select on the DC-Virginia team next week. Should be fun to see them on the same squad. Lots of girls who can put the ball in the goal, and the combined defense and goalies should be pretty solid. They have to play a Colorado group with several players that did well at Mid Atlantic last week, and of course, a tough upstate NY team that features the combined Aces and Monsters, but will be an interesting test.

Team should be very solid. Interested in seeing their results and how they gel together. Could be a very early look into some potential Capital teammates