I didn't read all of the posts so this may have been said but...
the college coaches are frustrated as well with this. I spoke to two coaches that were NOT HAPPY about this decision. They now have to use their "recruiting days" more often due to having to send coaches to 16u, 18A and 18Gold. They also would like a little time off during the summer and now, all of the coaches will have to be somewhere.
If ASA truly said they are not here for "recruitment" and scholarships, then they are against the majority and they should try to support the players. Most players play competitive 16U and Gold for college scholarships. Bottom line.
I'm so glad ASA has this "new" and improved philosophy like they said was going to happen. Doesn't seem very different to me...it's all about ASA and the money, NOT THE GIRLS.
SAD