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Originally Posted by Textcritic
How many "rags to riches" stories are there still in modern, traditional sports? I would warrant an infinitesimal few because modern professional sports is becoming more and more elitist. With the current climate that requires endless added specializations, numerous coaches, expensive camps and tournaments in order to be successful professional sports is becoming increasingly more unachievable to those without means.
My 14-year-old is a pretty good soccer player, and he has set his sights on a university scholarship or even the possibility of a professional career. We are under constant pressure to pay for private training sessions, camps, coaches, etc.—much of which we are simply unable to afford. I am painfully aware of the very real possibility that my and my wife's own shortage of disposable income could very well stand between my son and his dream.
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Oh, I dont know man, thats a hell of a longshot to begin with but I dont think your inability to pay is going to be the defining characteristic of your son's soccer career, however it may go.
The true fact of the matter in soccer is that if you're good enough they pay you to train, the rest is just a guilt-trip for parents.
Been there and done that on both sides.
I wouldnt worry about it if I were you and certainly wouldnt blame yourself for not paying for extra training.