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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I'm not even sure I want my kid to try out (she's eligible in the spring) but how good are the kids anyway?  What are the coaches looking for?  What's the difference in the talent in the kids they pick for travel or developmental?[/quote]

Just my 2cents before you even consider if you kid is "good" enough for travel you have to make sure it is something that you want to invest into and make a serious time commitment to it.  Expect to spend roughly 3k+ for the year for travel not to include travel costs.  Typically no refunds if you don't like it, games on weekends, 2-3 tournaments per season (fall, spring) and sometimes winter training/futsal.  Depending on your league you can travel roughly an hour or so for 1 match and sometimes farther.  Practice 2-3 times a week usually 75-90mins.

Typically clubs have multiple teams and your kid will be fit into a team based on their skill level (they will find a way to get your money).  At a young age (from my experience) coaches are looking for a foundation of technical skills, some soccer IQ and some level of athletism.  What brought us to travel was my childs desire to constantly be playing, even at a young age, he played outdoor, indoor, at recess, on the weekends etc.  I thought it might wear off at some point but three years later he loves it, never wants to miss a practice and wants to play on the weekends.  As a family we enjoy it but does has us driving all over the place managing other siblings.  We also enjoy soccer related events such as Copa America, DC United and watch European league games on tv.

Hope this helps a little.  Just one person's perspective.[/quote]

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