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I run a 2004 team (under 10s) and have been told by our league to play at under 13 come August 2015.
I don't have enough 2004 to make an 11 a side so will have to use some of my 2005s. I don't want to discourage, or knock the confidence of our younger players. How do I prepare my youngsters to play at this level?
joe carsonCoach, Scotland
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Oliver PerkinsCoach, England
Is this even allowed? Pardon the question, it`s just that this would be totally illegal in terms of the league rulings within the UK. I see you`re in Scotland so it might be different.
Are the lads aware of this? Have you asked the parent`s opinions on the matter, as it might be something that`ll concern them if you choose to make the decision yourself rather than base it on the opinions of the people who matter - the parents who bring their kids every week.
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Oliver PerkinsCoach, England
Is this even allowed? Pardon the question, it`s just that this would be totally illegal in terms of the league rulings within the UK. I see you`re in Scotland so it might be different.
Are the lads aware of this? Have you asked the parent`s opinions on the matter, as it might be something that`ll concern them if you choose to make the decision yourself rather than base it on the opinions of the people who matter - the parents who bring their kids every week.
joe carsonCoach, Scotland
Hi Oliver
, thanks for your opinion, I`m under the impression this is to be a LOCAL ruling. Me personally think its a club with a lot of lads over that age group and to make sure they keep the boys ( and not lose the money coming in ) by giving these lads a game. some of the kids looked like they`d seen a ghost when we told them especially the 2005s. their ability I do not question but the physical side I`m not to sure. We are fortunate that the parents, trust us and know we want the best for their kids and will not push them forward to fast. The developement side has been kicked right out the window, and we`ll be seeing who can kick the highest and hardest.
