[BasketBallonlyfan]

Too many variables are involved and it is really a 'case by case' basis. You seem to be arguing that kids do not mature in any aspect in one year. I'm glad that you don't make the decision for my children, whether I choose to hold them back or not.

I dont make decisions for anyones kids but my own. Same as you do for your kids and no one elses. The good part about it is that you can still make that decision. You can still hold your child back in middle school if you feel it is in the best interest of your child. Why complain about it if you can still do it?