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(I disagree with Its a tiny bit, but I think that if it is what the player wants, then the parents don't need to push. Don't know about anything beyond the high school level.)

Burn out - the kids I've seen burn out have been pushed too hard by parents. Whatever desire they have is used up before they ever reach their potential. I know one dad who is pushing his son, even injured. (surgery involved - didn't follow drs advice on recoup and rehab time) Unbelievable.

Others I feel have used excuses - pushy parents, bad coaches, limited play time or whatever - to quit.

8/21/099:17 AM

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