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[quote=Anonymous]The volume of practices for a travel team will likely be much higher than any rec team he plays on, so he will improve more quickly just because he will be playing a lot more. Also, at U9 they play 7v7 on a larger field rather than 4v4 on a small field, which is what most U8 and U7 teams play. I find the 7v7 set-up much better for more skilled players because the 4v4 at U7 and U8 ends up with a scrum crowding around the ball most of the time. Kids with good skill can break away and still play something that resembles soccer, but it can be tough depending on the skill of teammates and the opposing players.

One caveat - if he's really small, he likely will lose a step or two to the older/faster kids and will get knocked off the ball more. Can be frustrating for kids who are used to being the best on the field. It takes a lot of skill to make up 2 years in age and a big difference in size and speed, but some younger and smaller kids manage just fine.

It's not going to make or break him at this age either way, so if you're willing to drive him to 2-3 practices during the week and games on weekends, might as well try it.[/quote]

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