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Having said that, I will agree that my daughter very much likes the dorm-style setting where the players and coaches are isolated from the parents.




I think that is a huge part of the ODP experience. My son loved the bus ride, spending time and getting to know players from other clubs (who he continues to keep in contact with year round). Not to mention it is what the coaches are looking for - get the players away from family and let them focus on soccer - not where mom & dad want to eat supper after the games.

As far as the post trying to reduce fees for club soccer - It may be difficult with all the costs clubs have plus the July - Nov. or Dec. committment from the coaches.