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[quote=Anonymous]While I agree that parents ultimately have to do what's best for their kids, I also think there's due process. At the very least, have a conversation with the coach to express your concerns and hear his/her perspective. I also think kids need to learn that they will have teachers, coaches, bosses. etc. that they don't like and you can't just quit when things get hard. Also know that results at this age are often driven by physical development. A team can be building player skills and learning how to play out of the back but get beat every week by bigger, faster teams that play a more direct style of soccer. Not saying you don't know what you're seeing, but just make sure you're assessing development and not results alone at this age.

If talking to them doesn't yield any insight or change, start shopping for your kid's next club. But I'd only switch mid-year in travel if things were really off the rails. How would you feel if a club came to you midyear and said "I know we promised you a year but a really great center back just moved here and wants your kid's spot so off you go." I also agree with the PP if it's travel soccer and you've made a yearlong commitment to the team, you really should fulfill that commitment unless your child is in some sort of danger or if the club is grossly under-delivering on its commitment (and poor team results doesn't qualify in my opinion). Lastly, I've seen firsthand that the soccer world is a small one and the coach you have today could easily resurface in your next club. Not good to burn bridges. So at least give him/her the opportunity to address your concerns before you jump ship. [/quote]

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