The Fox 40 Prospect Challenge suggest plenty of reasons why a young player should participate and I can find no fault with any of them.
One reason, not generally acknowledged or given a great deal of credibility, are the lessons that one gains from being part of a team, albeit for a moment in time.Ā All the participants have improved their skills; they have learned from high quality coaches.
They have had the joy of competition, but perhaps the two most important benefits, and they tend to be overlooked are these; great fun and great camaraderie.
Advocating for football prospects one story at a time.