Maryland Rush Montgomery

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Anonymous wrote:Where does MRM teams typically practice? And are they mostly turf fields?

Yrs

Each MRM team operates pretty independently. Practice location/type of fields is team specific.

each team is getting reigned in more so this season though- the board is taking more of a hands on approach with all of their teams now.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:Where does MRM teams typically practice? And are they mostly turf fields?

Yrs

Each MRM team operates pretty independently. Practice location/type of fields is team specific.

Several people have mentioned that reams operates differently and with different costs.

In this regard, what’s the benefit of being part of a statewide or nationwide club of Maryland Rush or Rush respectively?

You have the benefit of a club for league access and some back office functions (but not all - finances are run on a team basis) but the flexibility of team that is run by the team itself (not the club) when it comes to lots of decisions - e.g., tournaments, coach, etc. For me, having the team choose the coach, rather than a club assigning one (who may or may not be thrilled with the assignment) is key. It also promotes more stability in both the coaching and the roster. The team-based choices are why the cost varies depending on the team. You also aren't subsidizing other teams as is often the case in other clubs.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Where does MRM teams typically practice? And are they mostly turf fields?

Yrs

Each MRM team operates pretty independently. Practice location/type of fields is team specific.

Several people have mentioned that reams operates differently and with different costs.

In this regard, what’s the benefit of being part of a statewide or nationwide club of Maryland Rush or Rush respectively?

You have the benefit of a club for league access and some back office functions (but not all - finances are run on a team basis) but the flexibility of team that is run by the team itself (not the club) when it comes to lots of decisions - e.g., tournaments, coach, etc. For me, having the team choose the coach, rather than a club assigning one (who may or may not be thrilled with the assignment) is key. It also promotes more stability in both the coaching and the roster. The team-based choices are why the cost varies depending on the team. You also aren't subsidizing other teams as is often the case in other clubs.

That’s great information & insight. Thank you.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Where does MRM teams typically practice? And are they mostly turf fields?

Yrs

Each MRM team operates pretty independently. Practice location/type of fields is team specific.

Several people have mentioned that reams operates differently and with different costs.

In this regard, what’s the benefit of being part of a statewide or nationwide club of Maryland Rush or Rush respectively?

You have the benefit of a club for league access and some back office functions (but not all - finances are run on a team basis) but the flexibility of team that is run by the team itself (not the club) when it comes to lots of decisions - e.g., tournaments, coach, etc. For me, having the team choose the coach, rather than a club assigning one (who may or may not be thrilled with the assignment) is key. It also promotes more stability in both the coaching and the roster. The team-based choices are why the cost varies depending on the team. You also aren't subsidizing other teams as is often the case in other clubs.

That’s great information & insight. Thank you.

but like i said before, the club is moving away from this type of system and more like the other local clubs.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Where does MRM teams typically practice? And are they mostly turf fields?

Yrs

Each MRM team operates pretty independently. Practice location/type of fields is team specific.

Several people have mentioned that reams operates differently and with different costs.

In this regard, what’s the benefit of being part of a statewide or nationwide club of Maryland Rush or Rush respectively?

You have the benefit of a club for league access and some back office functions (but not all - finances are run on a team basis) but the flexibility of team that is run by the team itself (not the club) when it comes to lots of decisions - e.g., tournaments, coach, etc. For me, having the team choose the coach, rather than a club assigning one (who may or may not be thrilled with the assignment) is key. It also promotes more stability in both the coaching and the roster. The team-based choices are why the cost varies depending on the team. You also aren't subsidizing other teams as is often the case in other clubs.

That’s great information & insight. Thank you.

but like i said before, the club is moving away from this type of system and more like the other local clubs.

What changes have you seen thus far?

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They are not moving away from that model

[Anonymous]

I’m the PP who summarized how it works, not the app who says they are changing things. I’ve seen no changes.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I’m the PP who summarized how it works, not the app who says they are changing things. I’ve seen no changes.

We are thinking of joining MRM. I know you indicated that teams are pretty much independent and coach specific, but would you recommend anyone joining MRM and has your experience but positive? Thanks.

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What age group?

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Anonymous wrote:What age group?

Will be U14 for Fall 2021.

[Anonymous]

Not in that age group but our experience on the girls side was positive and I would do it again. It all depends on the priorities of your child so talk to coach and other parents and look at past league games to see where the team lands.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:I’m the PP who summarized how it works, not the app who says they are changing things. I’ve seen no changes.

We are thinking of joining MRM. I know you indicated that teams are pretty much independent and coach specific, but would you recommend anyone joining MRM and has your experience but positive? Thanks.

We moved to MRM from one of the larger clubs in the area and we really like the individual team based approach vs. academy style. The coach knows our kid well, and takes the time to build more team spirit. Teammates are friendlier. There is also a less pressure laden environment for everyone because the parents aren't so concerned about whether the kid moves up or down at the next try-out. (If they want to move "up" they look at other teams) As for centralization by the MRM Board, the only thing I have heard about is a thought of doing try-outs more centrally. It would make it easier for new parents, who currently have to call around to individual coaches.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I’m the PP who summarized how it works, not the app who says they are changing things. I’ve seen no changes.

We are thinking of joining MRM. I know you indicated that teams are pretty much independent and coach specific, but would you recommend anyone joining MRM and has your experience but positive? Thanks.

We moved to MRM from one of the larger clubs in the area and we really like the individual team based approach vs. academy style. The coach knows our kid well, and takes the time to build more team spirit. Teammates are friendlier. There is also a less pressure laden environment for everyone because the parents aren't so concerned about whether the kid moves up or down at the next try-out. (If they want to move "up" they look at other teams) As for centralization by the MRM Board, the only thing I have heard about is a thought of doing try-outs more centrally. It would make it easier for new parents, who currently have to call around to individual coaches.

This is very good information. Thank you.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I’m the PP who summarized how it works, not the app who says they are changing things. I’ve seen no changes.

why do you think kevin and alex left? because alex wouldnt have 100% say in what he does with that team.

not saying that theyre moving away from each team having their own budget, tournaments, etc..... most clubs are already doing that. but alex was on his own island with that team (and it was a successful team) but the club was reigning him in. taking that power away from him.

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PFPsisman10 wrote:As someone mentioned above it is the lower teams that are what i was referring to that these clubs are using as "rec" or classic level players but charging parents so much money because it is travel. It is unfortunate. It never was this way about 10-15 years ago. Maybe 1-2 teams per age group and was really hard to make a team now it is all about money and lets make as many teams as we can per group.

The above is spot on.

Unless you are British, I would try avoid using idioms like “spot on” and “innit” and whatever other anglicisms people feel compelled to use when discussing football. It invites the sneers of we Brits, though certainly never face-to-face. Same with the rank American journalists who adore using “presser.” Like, totally gag us with a spoon.

We Americans call it soccer, FYI. Enjoy your stay.