Baltimore Armour - Why does nobody ever mention them ?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Most of the MLSn Teams end up towards the bottom of their division year to year

You need to factor in that the MLSNext competition is 10x better than ECNL mid-Atlantic teams.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Baltimore Armour: A Club Living Off Lies

Baltimore Armour has built a reputation that many claim is rooted more in deception than in actual player development. Beneath the surface, the reality of the club is far from the glossy image it tries to project. This post sheds light on several issues that have been swept under the rug, and it’s time to address the truth.

1. Illegal Recruitment Practices
Baltimore Armour has become notorious for recruiting players through questionable means, exploiting loopholes in the system to lure players away from other clubs. This behavior undermines other programs and creates instability for players and their families. While other clubs focus on development, Armour seems to rely heavily on pulling talent from outside sources, often offering promises they cannot deliver.

2. Falsely Taking Credit for College Commits
The club frequently promotes success stories of players getting into colleges with scholarships. However, the truth is that many of these players were already on the radar of college scouts long before joining Armour. Rather than focusing on nurturing talent, the club jumps at the chance to associate itself with existing talent to boost its credibility. In essence, they are piggybacking on the efforts of athletes and families while taking undeserved credit for their achievements.

3. Subpar Coaching Staff and Leadership
Despite the fees that families pay, the coaching staff at Baltimore Armour fails to deliver at the level expected of an elite program. Many parents and players have allegedly reported that coaches accept payments in exchange for playing time. It’s rumored that one coach was suspended for a year or asked to take a “leave of absence” because of this. There’s a significant gap between the promise of professional-level development and the experience players receive.

4. The $4K+ Paywall and Overcrowded Rosters
The elephant in the room is the cost—parents claim to be paying upwards of $4,000 for their kids to participate in a program with rumored 25-30 rostered players per team in older age groups. This leads to fewer opportunities for game time and individualized attention, which are essential for player growth. Unfortunately, few are willing to speak up about it, perhaps out of fear of backlash or simply because they don’t want to admit they’re paying such exorbitant fees for a subpar experience.

5. Illegal Use of Bio-Banned Players
Baltimore Armour appears to be involved in the illegal use of bio-banned players, exploiting loopholes to include older athletes in their younger rosters to win games. This practice not only damages the integrity of competition but also reflects a win-at-all-costs mentality that undermines the core values of player development and fair play.

The problem is apparent: the club operates like a business focused on maximizing revenue rather than a program dedicated to developing players. Many families are locked into a cycle where they’re promised one thing but receive something entirely different. The financial commitment has already been made by the time they realize it.

Conclusion

Baltimore Armour continues to attract families with promises of success, but the truth paints a very different picture. If the club were indeed about player development, we would see it reflected in more transparency, better coaching, and reasonable rosters. The pattern will continue until the soccer community confronts these issues head-on, leaving families frustrated and players shortchanged.

It’s time to demand better. Clubs should be accountable for their actions, and families deserve honesty and transparency. The focus should always be on player development, not profits.

Good lord someone is triggered.

[Anonymous]

[no one bypasses BSC to go to Maryland United . Such a fallacy . When girls get cut they go to MD United . End story.







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Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:The top three clubs for girls in Baltimore and Columbia are Pipeline ECNL, Baltimore Celtic GA, and Baltimore Armour GA. Coppermine and OPSA have some good teams too. With any of the clubs, it comes down to the year and the coaches. There is lots of movement between clubs, not as much mobility within them.

You must live in VA because MUFC and Pipeline rule in girls soccer in Baltimore, BaCo, HoCo and Southern MD. Hell there are girls in MoCo who bypass BSC for MUFC. Most of the top HS players in Howard County play at MUFC - It is a quick drive down 32 or 100 to 97 to reach the practice fields. Pipeline is more of trek to get around 695. SAC is a rec club and BA is its attempt at travel. You will not find a BA girls team in the top bracket of any major tournament that isn't their own.

Oh stop. Sac is definitely not just a rec club. That’s a ridiculous statement. They have a successful travel program and a separate Rec program


And BA are in top bracket of three age groups at Wags this year.
06 and 07s were too bracket down in NC last winter too.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:A now they are rejected from the Jeff Cup behind some weak RL teams and even 3rd teams. This is the bottom of the bottom.

which age group?

2011G and possibly 2012G too

[Anonymous]

BA is not a good program overall. At least on the girls side. 2010 team is the only team that is ok. The rest is semi travel / advanced rec at best.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Most of the MLSn Teams end up towards the bottom of their division year to year

You need to factor in that the MLSNext competition is 10x better than ECNL mid-Atlantic teams.

Thank you but I had already factored that in.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Baltimore Armour: A Club Living Off Lies

Baltimore Armour has built a reputation that many claim is rooted more in deception than in actual player development. Beneath the surface, the reality of the club is far from the glossy image it tries to project. This post sheds light on several issues that have been swept under the rug, and it’s time to address the truth.

1. Illegal Recruitment Practices
Baltimore Armour has become notorious for recruiting players through questionable means, exploiting loopholes in the system to lure players away from other clubs. This behavior undermines other programs and creates instability for players and their families. While other clubs focus on development, Armour seems to rely heavily on pulling talent from outside sources, often offering promises they cannot deliver.

2. Falsely Taking Credit for College Commits
The club frequently promotes success stories of players getting into colleges with scholarships. However, the truth is that many of these players were already on the radar of college scouts long before joining Armour. Rather than focusing on nurturing talent, the club jumps at the chance to associate itself with existing talent to boost its credibility. In essence, they are piggybacking on the efforts of athletes and families while taking undeserved credit for their achievements.

3. Subpar Coaching Staff and Leadership
Despite the fees that families pay, the coaching staff at Baltimore Armour fails to deliver at the level expected of an elite program. Many parents and players have allegedly reported that coaches accept payments in exchange for playing time. It’s rumored that one coach was suspended for a year or asked to take a “leave of absence” because of this. There’s a significant gap between the promise of professional-level development and the experience players receive.

4. The $4K+ Paywall and Overcrowded Rosters
The elephant in the room is the cost—parents claim to be paying upwards of $4,000 for their kids to participate in a program with rumored 25-30 rostered players per team in older age groups. This leads to fewer opportunities for game time and individualized attention, which are essential for player growth. Unfortunately, few are willing to speak up about it, perhaps out of fear of backlash or simply because they don’t want to admit they’re paying such exorbitant fees for a subpar experience.

5. Illegal Use of Bio-Banned Players
Baltimore Armour appears to be involved in the illegal use of bio-banned players, exploiting loopholes to include older athletes in their younger rosters to win games. This practice not only damages the integrity of competition but also reflects a win-at-all-costs mentality that undermines the core values of player development and fair play.

The problem is apparent: the club operates like a business focused on maximizing revenue rather than a program dedicated to developing players. Many families are locked into a cycle where they’re promised one thing but receive something entirely different. The financial commitment has already been made by the time they realize it.

Conclusion

Baltimore Armour continues to attract families with promises of success, but the truth paints a very different picture. If the club were indeed about player development, we would see it reflected in more transparency, better coaching, and reasonable rosters. The pattern will continue until the soccer community confronts these issues head-on, leaving families frustrated and players shortchanged.

It’s time to demand better. Clubs should be accountable for their actions, and families deserve honesty and transparency. The focus should always be on player development, not profits.

Good lord someone is triggered.

Armor owes major fees to Next Level soccer in Howard County. Full stop. If the owner of that club got fees for developing every player that ended up on 09, 10 and 11 Armor - he’d be even more wealthy than he already is. Single best run club in DMV.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Maybe bc it’s in Baltimore and this is a dc forum

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Baltimore Armour: A Club Living Off Lies

Baltimore Armour has built a reputation that many claim is rooted more in deception than in actual player development. Beneath the surface, the reality of the club is far from the glossy image it tries to project. This post sheds light on several issues that have been swept under the rug, and it’s time to address the truth.

1. Illegal Recruitment Practices
Baltimore Armour has become notorious for recruiting players through questionable means, exploiting loopholes in the system to lure players away from other clubs. This behavior undermines other programs and creates instability for players and their families. While other clubs focus on development, Armour seems to rely heavily on pulling talent from outside sources, often offering promises they cannot deliver.

2. Falsely Taking Credit for College Commits
The club frequently promotes success stories of players getting into colleges with scholarships. However, the truth is that many of these players were already on the radar of college scouts long before joining Armour. Rather than focusing on nurturing talent, the club jumps at the chance to associate itself with existing talent to boost its credibility. In essence, they are piggybacking on the efforts of athletes and families while taking undeserved credit for their achievements.

3. Subpar Coaching Staff and Leadership
Despite the fees that families pay, the coaching staff at Baltimore Armour fails to deliver at the level expected of an elite program. Many parents and players have allegedly reported that coaches accept payments in exchange for playing time. It’s rumored that one coach was suspended for a year or asked to take a “leave of absence” because of this. There’s a significant gap between the promise of professional-level development and the experience players receive.

4. The $4K+ Paywall and Overcrowded Rosters
The elephant in the room is the cost—parents claim to be paying upwards of $4,000 for their kids to participate in a program with rumored 25-30 rostered players per team in older age groups. This leads to fewer opportunities for game time and individualized attention, which are essential for player growth. Unfortunately, few are willing to speak up about it, perhaps out of fear of backlash or simply because they don’t want to admit they’re paying such exorbitant fees for a subpar experience.

5. Illegal Use of Bio-Banned Players
Baltimore Armour appears to be involved in the illegal use of bio-banned players, exploiting loopholes to include older athletes in their younger rosters to win games. This practice not only damages the integrity of competition but also reflects a win-at-all-costs mentality that undermines the core values of player development and fair play.

The problem is apparent: the club operates like a business focused on maximizing revenue rather than a program dedicated to developing players. Many families are locked into a cycle where they’re promised one thing but receive something entirely different. The financial commitment has already been made by the time they realize it.

Conclusion

Baltimore Armour continues to attract families with promises of success, but the truth paints a very different picture. If the club were indeed about player development, we would see it reflected in more transparency, better coaching, and reasonable rosters. The pattern will continue until the soccer community confronts these issues head-on, leaving families frustrated and players shortchanged.

It’s time to demand better. Clubs should be accountable for their actions, and families deserve honesty and transparency. The focus should always be on player development, not profits.

you know what you are talking about. another baltimore armour insider. rosters are huge and way too big. there is no development here. you will find development in edp lower age groups. the college recruiting process here is a fallacy. if you don’t play you will not get noticed by any scouts. the baltimore armour name is just a name. scouts don’t recruit the name but the player.

[Anonymous]

My DC is on a local MLSNext team and Baltimore Armor fields pretty competitive teams in some age groups. Not sure why so much shade is thrown their way.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:My DC is on a local MLSNext team and Baltimore Armor fields pretty competitive teams in some age groups. Not sure why so much shade is thrown their way.

Like you said, it depends on the age group and gender. We played one of their teams last weekend and they got tired of chasing the ball due to lack of possession so they resorted to literal tackling. Granted their form and technique were good, Ray Lewis would've been proud but I think you see the issue.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:My DC is on a local MLSNext team and Baltimore Armor fields pretty competitive teams in some age groups. Not sure why so much shade is thrown their way.

Like you said, it depends on the age group and gender. We played one of their teams last weekend and they got tired of chasing the ball due to lack of possession so they resorted to literal tackling. Granted their form and technique were good, Ray Lewis would've been proud but I think you see the issue.

What age group? I have not seen this at all.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:My DC is on a local MLSNext team and Baltimore Armor fields pretty competitive teams in some age groups. Not sure why so much shade is thrown their way.

Like you said, it depends on the age group and gender. We played one of their teams last weekend and they got tired of chasing the ball due to lack of possession so they resorted to literal tackling. Granted their form and technique were good, Ray Lewis would've been proud but I think you see the issue.

What age group? I have not seen this at all.

2013 girls

[Anonymous]

armour u17 and u19 boys is a mess. the coach only play 11 who get majority of the minutes and about 4-5 subs who get last last 15-25 minutes of the second half. the u17 roster started off at 26 players at beginning of the fall season and hemorrhaged several players even before the first official mls next game of the season! why? major reason is that the coach didn’t play many players even in the preseason games. there is no treason to play for armour if you are not getting significant minutes.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:armour u17 and u19 boys is a mess. the coach only play 11 who get majority of the minutes and about 4-5 subs who get last last 15-25 minutes of the second half. the u17 roster started off at 26 players at beginning of the fall season and hemorrhaged several players even before the first official mls next game of the season! why? major reason is that the coach didn’t play many players even in the preseason games. there is no treason to play for armour if you are not getting significant minutes.

that's normal in U17-U19... play in lower league if you aren't getting minutes by U16