First off, I think if I'm not mistaken the fee is due at the meeting. I don't have a problem with the fee, it's typically taken care of by the school or the parents club. In other sports, it's even more expensive.
I saw somewhere on the ICGSA website, it stated to have stats ready and be able to discuss them at the meeting. So yes, I'm assuming stats and body of work do play into the equation.
There will never be a way to get around the coach's pet/politics thing. As with any all-star thing, regardless of level of play or sport, there will always be situation where you can make a case for a player who didn't make it vs. one who did. Everyone wants recognition for their kid, but every kid can't make it.


























