Now that District Select is underway, I'm curious if people think that the level of play has improved. Last year was the first year that MYSA allowed ODP players to participate. In my younger son's age group we only knew of a few other ODP players that participated. This year it seems that all of the teams in his age group have at least one ODP player. Coincidently, the level of play this year seems to have gotten much better. Years ago when my older son participated District Select was more like a decent town team.
I absolutely agree that DS is the best bang for the soccer buck. For just over $100 the players get four weeks of games (some play mid-week all play double headers on weekends) A well run tournament first weekend of August. Full uniform kit and a great playing environment. My younger son loves DS. This is the one time of year he can experiment with positions he's doesn't typically play. The coaches are low key, no practices and the kids have a blast! And as I said with the infusion of some higher level players, it seems overall the DS program has gotten more competitive.
Originally posted by beentheredonethat
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