Madlax will always be a good or best option for a AA top level players in the DMV. Just like all these other teams if depends on where your son fits in or does not fit in for each of these top club teams. As for the person who said kids leave after Freshman or sophomore year that is because they got what they needed from Madlax. Like into a top Prep high school or on several D1 radars. I think with the new rule of Jr year sept 1st you will see kids playing full time Madlax a lot longer. Or any club team for that matter. This rule has already changed the wording of my older sons emails in his inbox. He got 15 prospect day invites last week alone. And they are calling it out. "due to the new rule this is the only time we can talk to and get to know you as a player in person." So you parents of young kids save up a extra $1000 per summer to pay for prospect days for all the schools your son might want to play at. Starting in 8th grade summer.