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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Just pay the 1800 and shut up[/quote]

OP, ignore this idiot.  The question is whether your son loves soccer to the point where he is willing to have that greater commitment at this age.  If he's been focused and competitive in his rec games, listening to his coach, picking up a ball at home, and clearly showing interest in playing more, then this may be a good move.  If he's having a great time in rec but more interested in having fun with friends (which by the way is totally normal for his age!) and also has a bunch of other interests he would miss doing if he was spending more time playing soccer, keep him in rec and let him do other things for a year or two.  There are pros and cons to specializing young.  If he's got potential and he's willing to put in the work, starting travel early will help him develop technical skills and a greater understanding of the game.  If he has fun with soccer but it's not that important to him, the added schedule demands of travel may cause him to flame out early, OR may ignite greater interest/passion.  I wouldn't worry as much about whether he'll make friends; kids tend to make friends wherever they go.  You know your kid and that's really the only thing that will tell you whether the extra cost and time is worth it.  Good luck![/quote]

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