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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I coach a u18/19 team, we aren’t a “big elite” club. Last season we had games where 12 and 13 kids showed up bc of add’l commitments.

It’s not necessarily a “money grab”. Coaches need to have numbers in training, and need committed bodies for matches.

Injuries occur very often at the older age groups as well, and don’t forget that just bc the initial roster has 24 that doesn’t mean that all 24 players will be returning.

It’s very possible that more players in training sessions will weed out those that are there just to have fun and do what they want. There are also likely 3-4 players who might not be up to par who can develop and get better just by attending sessions.

I see both sides of the argument, keeping kids just to pay, but if you end up cutting 3-4 dedicated kids as a coach it’s difficult. You can have discussions w these kids and say “look, you might be a training player next season and might get left off of a few match day rosters” and if the player has a problem w it, they can find another club.

Some kids don’t have options for another club. [/quote]

So for the pre-season tournament, do you just tell 4 kids not to come? Do you at least refund them that portion of their team dues? [/quote]

No I think this is the common misconception in youth soccer. You’re paying for the trading sessions and to be part of the club, not just to play games.

Sessions make players better. Coaching makes players better.

Paying for games and “college coach exposure” is the wrong mindset in my opinion. They are still part of the team, they are still participating. They’ll get a refund bc they don’t play in games? Every kid isn’t playing in college, a lot of kids will be more successful being part of a team.

It’s not personal it’s based on ability, you’d be surprised how many parents see the value of being part of a team and learning to sacrifice for the greater good. All of these kids show up, root for their teammates when they’re injured. I don’t force them to, it’s just our current environment and it’s so much more important to me than results.

Kids don’t develop just by winning and playing, I think this mindset hinders so many kids development.

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