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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I have a U11 player that has been playing since age 4. He’s technically gifted, can juggle, pass, dribble, shoot and receive very well (and perhaps better than most of his teammates). He’s on the top team for his club (roster size is 12) but is a fringe player/nonstarter in games and is subbed in. Unfortunately he is probably the smallest kid for the entire age group of 24 kids. Any advice for him to gain a starting spot with the A team?   It’s a little frustrating to see the bigger less skilled players starting.

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Consider seriously going to a club that does not make decisions based principally on size. There are a number of really good clubs in that age bracket which are obviously not making decisions on the basis of size.  Then there are clubs doing the opposite (pretty obviously). When tryouts roll around, find out who coaches are likely to be for your son’s age group and go take a look at how their teams play (and who plays). Of course he will need some baseline of athleticism with respect to speed, agility and strength. I also recommend doing supplemental training with HP or Golden Boot. It will give him h2h competition and let him enjoy his skills. If he is free over the winter, get him on a Futsal team. He should do really well in that environment. [/quote]

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