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[quote=Anonymous]I don’t know if OP really wants opinions but I’ll give some thoughts.  One is that the studies all show that if you compare kids at 18, the redshirted ones are predictably behind where the others are.  Of course if you compare at graduation the redshirted might be ahead.

The fact that he’s tall should be a factor.  It becomes a big deal in middle school when some kids tower over others and then really become a focus of attention for good or bad.  You may also want to consider when your husband hit puberty and how hairy he is.  If he hit puberty on the early side or is a hairy guy, do you want your kid to be the 7th grader with a beard?  My kid has a September birthday and I was the 7th grader with a beard coming in.  Everyone talked about it.

I’m personally not a big fan of redshirting because I generally think it’s better to have your kid pushing themselves to catch up rather than more advanced and bored.  Also you should be aware that as they get older club sports are by birth year so kids that are off cycle for their grade then can’t play with their friends from school.

But every scenario is different and you and your spouse need to figure out a way to come to a decision on this.  You both sound totally inflexible which is not great.  [/quote]

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