"Mine plays on the "B" level team for well known club (not NEFC) Parents think the coach on this "B" team is better than the "A" team coach. Actually it's pretty obvious. Much more developmental training, everyone gets a lot of playing time. The "B" team has come much further along than the "A" team. Still not as good, but players and team chemistry have continually improved and the players are having fun while getting better. Some of us asked why the coach has the "B" team and the reply was that he prefers that. So "B" isn't always so bad at all."
"Found this wonderful post buried in here. No one commented on it, or course, because it made such a great point without putting down any particular club or coach.
I wish every parent of a B team player would read this. I've mostly had A team players, and the pressure on the Div. 1 team is huge in any Maple club, even when you really, really like the coaches, which we always have. For the vast majority of club players, a B team with a great coach is the best of both worlds. The A team? Well, careful what you wish for and all that...."
Thought this deserved its own thread. I'm sure it varies hugely from club to club, but perhaps the "B Team" deserves a lot more respect, not to mention a serious second look, from more club players and their parents.
"Found this wonderful post buried in here. No one commented on it, or course, because it made such a great point without putting down any particular club or coach.
I wish every parent of a B team player would read this. I've mostly had A team players, and the pressure on the Div. 1 team is huge in any Maple club, even when you really, really like the coaches, which we always have. For the vast majority of club players, a B team with a great coach is the best of both worlds. The A team? Well, careful what you wish for and all that...."
Thought this deserved its own thread. I'm sure it varies hugely from club to club, but perhaps the "B Team" deserves a lot more respect, not to mention a serious second look, from more club players and their parents.
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