Prep for Nationals -what is too much ??
Ok parents , coaches…. Thoughts on what is just right or too much ? Clubs all over are practicing twice a day, adding multiple extra practices during the week. All on top of their already 2-3 normal practices.. is this beneficial ? Leading to burnout , is it really going to make a difference in outcome? Thoughts ? Please don’t mention a particular club , this is a question to asses a bigger problem and not finger pointing..
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I think parents are under the illusion that if their kid plays for the top club or a club that promises that they will compete at AAU, that their kid will get a scholarship. More tournaments and bigger tournaments equals college exposure. Therefore, it comes down to parents pushing their kid to play as much as possible, clubs trying to keep those players for business purposes, and coaches under pressure to perform. End result is burn out or injury. Tryouts are happening earlier and earlier and these kids don't have a break from club to high school.