A player who has played for Organization X for 2 years, participated in fundraisers and anything else the organization has requested. Her family has gone out of their way to help out whenever necessary. This girl is moving up to 14u, while her team is staying down at 12u. Her little sister is on the 11u team in the same organization. Tryout time comes along, 14u girl participates in the organization tryout as usual. It is assumed that she will automatically be on the 14u team, based on her history with the organization. 14u girl is not offered a spot on the team. She and her parents are very upset, as they assumed that loyalty was on their side.
What is your opinion? Is this girl and her family justified in their feelings?
What is your opinion? Is this girl and her family justified in their feelings?