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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]My DS was like this until he was about 11. Something shifted at that point and he finally started playing with confidence. He was aggressive on the field (in a good way). It’s like his competitive side finally came out. Might be early puberty or perhaps emotional maturity. [/quote]

DS had a similar experience. He made an A team in soccer at u9 only to be moved to B within weeks because he wasn’t aggressive enough. I am thankful for that coach because he took a lot of time explaining his decision. He felt DS was a standout at tryouts but once everyone on the field was strong and physical, he was intimidated and backed off the ball. He was worried about getting a red card because he had a rule following personality so he thought any physical contact would get him carded. The coach pulled him aside frequently and said not to give up. He eventually moved to the goal where he was a standout and had less issue with aggression but when they put him on the field he was a deer in the headlights. But we always remembered that first coach! It took years but at 13 he became very physical. Maybe puberty or maybe maturity as the above PP said? He made his way back to a very strong A team where he plays a clean game but is fearless and not afraid to push back when needed. [/quote]

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