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[quote=Anonymous]My first kid was a mega goal scoring striker his first 2 years. He then was center mid.  Next club played him as a wingback.  Then a true wing.  He’s an attacking mid now at U14/15.

Little one was seen as a left wing first 2 years, then center mid, now possession club loves him at centerback at U12.  Though when he is allowed to play up- he’s a relentless attacker.

I have been told again and again what great versatility and ability to read the field they have.  If you can play anywhere, you are an asset.

They have been pigeonholed positions at times and we’ve moved for different experiences/styles/coaching.  It is always interesting to me to see how different coaches see them in different roles.

Don’t accept anyone playing your kid only in one position U9-U12.  They need to see the entire field and you never know what physical attributes they will end up with down the road.  Your boy goalie might end up 5’6” when he’s 17.

Getting a chance to play keeper or in the back will benefit your attacking the skills down the road.  I always tell them even if they aren’t comfortable or it’s not their first choice, learn the position and play hard, but if they bring up with the Coach in the younger years and he still never gives them an opportunity elsewhere, it’s time to move on.[/quote]

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