I support Bridge's decision to grab a so called niche in the club soccer ranks. I think the program can be a succes but I would be concerned placing my son in this type of program's first year.
I am curious as to how the Academy clubs will handle any NCAA regulations? What I mean by that is some people sated there were special funds available for these elite playes through sponsors. When does the contribution of sponsors become excessive and then causes eligibilty issues for the players?
I am not ttying to pick on Bridge as this applies to all of the development clubs and can even be taken further as it relates to club soccer as a whole. I am sure someone out there knows the NCAA regulations and how they can be interpretated on this issue.
