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[quote=Anonymous][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. [/quote]

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If you look at some good U11 teams they are all giants but if you look at others there's more of a mix. I know one kid who is very small for his age at U16 and is one of the best players on his team. His parents said it look him a few years and the right coaching staff to be given the same chances as the bigger kids despite being able to handle the ball better and being faster too![/quote]

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