Illustrates the power of the YJ name. If these kids moved over to Team 91 or Beach Bums, they would be on the top team. Would rather be 5th YJ team.
As long as my daughter gets her YJ wind breaker, I don’t care what team she’s on.
Years ago that windbreaker actually meant something. Now, means nothing. Anyone can be a YJ. Just pay the fee.
Years ago that windbreaker actually meant something. Now, means nothing. Anyone can be a YJ. Just pay the fee.
When you say the jacket used to mean something, does that mean it used to mean something to you as a parent and your ego? And now they have expanded to develop more girls your ego isn't fed by your kid wearing their jacket to their town league practices so you both can feel you are better than your neighbors?
I am all for developmental youth sports, in my opinion if you raise the quality for a broader number of athletes, the entire pool gets stronger and the sport improves across the board. By having more teams your deepen the pool of talent. Sorry if takes value away from your kids "jacket".
Do not tell me you are one of those "Include everyone" people.
It used to mean something - simply means it was a special club to belong to. It was a goal one sets for themselves, works incredibly hard, and achieves the goal. It teaches hard work, discipline, and rewards are given to to those who have distinguished themselves. It was truly a special club to belong to.
Now, join up, pay a fee and you are a YJ. It is no longer special.
Going by your philosophy, then everyone should be able to join the National Honor Society; everyone should have the lead in the school play, everyone should be on Varsity. It doesnt teach real world.
The YJ was something to try and achieve, not something you simply join. Thats what PAL lacrosse is for.
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