Coming up through the JV program should have no effect on whether Fernando makes the varsity squad next year. He has no choice but to play JV this year. Also, in my opinion,for whatever its worth, I would think Fernando would benefit more from playing high level club ball in North Carolina than playing for a sub par JV program whose competition is very low. Then he comes in next year and makes the varsity squad when he is eligible as a 9th grader. Just my two cents.