My 10 yr old wants to turn pro, what age should I let him start training?

Question

He wants to be in the NFL, and at this age he's as talented as most 10yr olds would be. He plays for the city league,full contact, not flag...how soon should I actually get involved with his training for highschool football? Not being a pushy parent, this is his thing, I just want him to excell. My main role here is just to be a fan!

Just wanted to clear up a couple things: 1. my child can think that far ahead-didn't you ever have a dream when you were in 5th grade? 2. he's an honor roll student, education does come first, even on the city league that he plays on- if he doesn't do his homework he doesn't play-team rule.

Answer 1

I seriously think a 10 year old can think that far ahead.Sounds like that's Your wishful thinking ! !
The odds are really against your child being in the NFL.1 in 1000 is a very long shot.You have a better chance at winning some money in the lottery.
Concentrate on his education first ! ! !
I have had students drafted by professional baseball teams and have yet to see them in the big leagues.They never left the minor leagues.
One of my former students was drafted by the Reds minor league team.He only makes $1,000 per month.He could be out making more money at a regular job easily

Answer 2

Purchase a very expensive set of weights, go to doctors and consultants to find out about weight training and if he is old enough to begin that rigorous routine, invest in safety gear, sign him up for more football teams, camps, etc. ........... by then he will change his mind and be on to the next goal. Not trying to tease you, it's just that most young boys have that dream at first and as parents we want to encourage them but, not go overboard.
Let him enjoy the game, play on good teams, learn from his coaches, go to football camps in the summer and then just before he enters high school get him into weight training. They won't let him yet, because of age restrictions and the fact that the body is still growing.

Answer 3

My little 6 year old son plays basketball and football on the city team with his cousins and friends. He is very good at both sports. His uncles help him out and so does my step dad. My kid is a little ghetto boy and if he starts misbehaving at school or getting in trouble out on the streets I'm not gonna let him play. I live in the ghetto and I grew up fine but I want my children to do whatever they want. If they want to be a doctor I want my kid to do it if he wants. I'm not gonna say oh your the smallest on the team I'm not letting you. No he has people that will protect him on the team and my step dad has been best friends with the coach since they were kids.

Answer 4

Everyone wants to turn pro, but probably less than 1 in 1000 make it.

Just encourage him to enjoy the game, make sure he attends training regularly, keeps fit and eats well. Keep up with the school work though.

Answer 5

Just let him keep playing. If his league is anything like my son's league, he's getting plenty of training. If he is still interested when he gets to high school, that would be the time to consider extra training.

Answer 6

I would start right around 2. 2 is the best learning stage. If she trys to hop of try giving her rewards for using the potty. Lik ever time she uses it correctly she gets a dime and then at the end of the month u can take her shopping and she can pick out her own little special toy.Good Luck!

Answer 7

You don't! You stress education and continue being his #1 fan. No matter how good you think he is, there is someone better. Trust me...I've been in education/coaching for a LONG time.

Answer 8

If he's playing that's all he needs I don't think he needs any extra training.

Answer 9

i think if he talks to his coachhe could actually start training now.. make sure to check with him before enrolling him into training like this!

Answer 10

if he does he won't gain any muscle though intil 12 or 13