[kai]

I see u are frustrated, but Southwestern is no different then the majority of schools, holding kids back now is the norm not the exception. As far as your son catching up, if he great he may just do that, he their on same talent level probably will struggle against older kids all the way through High School. Fact is physical maturity of boys is slow, the older they are the stronger they are likely to be, therefore older kids who work hard have and generally keep advantage.