Good read on the advantages and disadvantages of showing athletic talent early or late.

The early bloomers get confidence and a quick pass to advanced coaching, but if they fail to meet expectations, that confidence can be easily crushed.

Late bloomers have a harder time getting that coaching.

Early bloomers also can be incredibly rude to Matt Saracen and then lash out when Coach Taylor benches them in the state final. But I digress.

Early and Late Bloomers in Youth Sports: Lessons for Parents | MomsTeam.