Is this any different from how it used to be for previous generations?
Yes, that is what we are trying to tell you.
I'm 38. I remember scores and standings in my soccer leagues all the way back to when I first started playing at 7. I don't ever remember not keeping score.
I'm not arguing this is good/bad. Coaching now I actually think it is better for younger children to not get too caught up in scores and stats and instead learn the game.
To say there hasn't been a noticeable change in the last 10-15 years though in our approach is just ignorant.
Yes, that is what we are trying to tell you.
I'm 38. I remember scores and standings in my soccer leagues all the way back to when I first started playing at 7. I don't ever remember not keeping score.
I'm not arguing this is good/bad. Coaching now I actually think it is better for younger children to not get too caught up in scores and stats and instead learn the game.
To say there hasn't been a noticeable change in the last 10-15 years though in our approach is just ignorant.