My guy (2015) had a lackluster campaign this year. Part of it was when he got his chance to start at the start of season, he was pressed really hard -- long story -- and was benched. But for the last month or so of the season, that was academic, since he had a lower back injury that kept him out of the line-up. Nothing lasting or serious. It was recurring back spasms. Every time he thought he was better, he'd practice or play and they would come back. Doc said he was just re-aggrevating it by coming back too soon each time. She prescribed rest and some anti-inflammatories and muscle relaxants and told him not to try playing until a week after he felt better. So it wasn't anything long term. but it basically totally wiped out the last half of his season. We're wondering whether to mention this at to college coaches. On the one hand, it partly explains why there is nothing to show from his junior year. On the other hand, it might raise a red flag. HS coach, who knows of the kids ambitions and frustration, says not to sweat it, that HS stats are far less important than summer showing in any case and to just focus on Summer. That seems right to me, intuitively. But confirmation from this crowd would be nice.
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