Coach I understand the stance presented and while I don't agree it is a recruiting stunt I can understand both sides of the discussion. For what it is worth, players can join and participate in GPS Carolina programs without being a member of one of the six GPS supported clubs in South Carolina. For example the GPS Elite program which gives players a chance to participate in US Club Soccer is a top notch offering and experience. Additionally, a player getting to play with like skilled players from multiple clubs is huge benefit for the players.
But anything that helps develop players is more than welcome and if it happens to be free then even better.
