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Originally Posted by Dion
The competitiveness of the 'A' level is a reality wether you like it or not. Don't get me wrong, I agree with much of what you are saying. Still if a parent or kid wants to avoid the politics he can always play at the 'B' or 'C' level. My brother often made the 'A' teams but usually ended up going down to the 'B' level to get his fair share of ice time. That and he was into the game more so for the fun and recreation.
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I know a few family's that have done the same thing their child has made team 1 (in calgary) but have requested their child to play on division #2 due to politics.
I am still shocked goalies get pulled at the age of 9 or 10. Dang that is Tiny Mite in the old days....