Which MD club should a beginner in travel soccer start with? BSC, SAC, or PPA?

simurgh
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Does anyone happen to know the lowest-level teams of these clubs? Which one does the best job of improving young players' skills?
BunchlineDC
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Absolutely depends on the coach. BSC has a tried and true method, but being on their lowest levels will mean the bottom of a stiff pecking order.

PPA is less established but the experience will vary depending on the coach. They have a general policy of starting all new-to-the-club players on their lower teams, but the upside is that they are on the lookout for standouts as they year progresses- so the top coaches are actually paying some attention to the lower level teams. But it can also suck if you get a weak coach.

I have no SAC experience.

Also- go with what is convenient!
simurgh
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BunchlineDC wrote:Absolutely depends on the coach. BSC has a tried and true method, but being on their lowest levels will mean the bottom of a stiff pecking order.

PPA is less established but the experience will vary depending on the coach. They have a general policy of starting all new-to-the-club players on their lower teams, but the upside is that they are on the lookout for standouts as they year progresses- so the top coaches are actually paying some attention to the lower level teams. But it can also suck if you get a weak coach.

I have no SAC experience.

Also- go with what is convenient!


Thank you very much for the information! It’s very helpful!
realdmv
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simurgh wrote:
BunchlineDC wrote:Absolutely depends on the coach. BSC has a tried and true method, but being on their lowest levels will mean the bottom of a stiff pecking order.

PPA is less established but the experience will vary depending on the coach. They have a general policy of starting all new-to-the-club players on their lower teams, but the upside is that they are on the lookout for standouts as they year progresses- so the top coaches are actually paying some attention to the lower level teams. But it can also suck if you get a weak coach.

I have no SAC experience.

Also- go with what is convenient!


Thank you very much for the information! It’s very helpful!


I would also look at Potomac Soccer.
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