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Who would you consider the top three agencies?

If your kid is any good the agent will approach you.

You don't pay an agent Give them a commission based on the revenue they bring you

Usually kids are asked by more than one agency.

Newport
Wasserman
CAA
Lots of smaller ones with good reputations

Guest wrote: ↑Tue May 27, 2025 8:09 am If your kid is any good the agent will approach you.

Not true
Good kids get overlooked all the time- many more shit kids have daddy’s who buy agents and opportunities.
Spend every penny you can afford.
Look at the draft list - some of the worst kids in the league on it. Money talks.

Guest wrote: ↑Wed May 28, 2025 8:30 am

Guest wrote: ↑Tue May 27, 2025 8:09 am If your kid is any good the agent will approach you.

Not true
Good kids get overlooked all the time- many more shit kids have daddy’s who buy agents and opportunities.
Spend every penny you can afford.
Look at the draft list - some of the worst kids in the league on it. Money talks.

There is no doubt that money contributes to a lot of horrible picks. But lets be honest, the picks that matter are made based on the kids skills. If your kid isn't on somebodies radar that maybe its not the scumbad dad who took it with his wallet

Guest wrote: ↑Wed May 28, 2025 1:24 pm

Guest wrote: ↑Wed May 28, 2025 8:30 am

Guest wrote: ↑Tue May 27, 2025 8:09 am If your kid is any good the agent will approach you.

Not true
Good kids get overlooked all the time- many more shit kids have daddy’s who buy agents and opportunities.
Spend every penny you can afford.
Look at the draft list - some of the worst kids in the league on it. Money talks.

There is no doubt that money contributes to a lot of horrible picks. But lets be honest, the picks that matter are made based on the kids skills. If your kid isn't on somebodies radar that maybe its not the scumbad dad who took it with his wallet

Wrong
First 3 rounds are legit - everything else is for sale.
Deserving kids with parents who are poor or not in the know get their spots taken by scumbag dads for their garbage kids the majority if the time.

Guest wrote: ↑Wed May 28, 2025 6:21 pm

Guest wrote: ↑Wed May 28, 2025 1:24 pm

Guest wrote: ↑Wed May 28, 2025 8:30 am

Guest wrote: ↑Tue May 27, 2025 8:09 am If your kid is any good the agent will approach you.

Not true
Good kids get overlooked all the time- many more shit kids have daddy’s who buy agents and opportunities.
Spend every penny you can afford.
Look at the draft list - some of the worst kids in the league on it. Money talks.

There is no doubt that money contributes to a lot of horrible picks. But lets be honest, the picks that matter are made based on the kids skills. If your kid isn't on somebodies radar that maybe its not the scumbad dad who took it with his wallet

Wrong
First 3 rounds are legit - everything else is for sale.
Deserving kids with parents who are poor or not in the know get their spots taken by scumbag dads for their garbage kids the majority if the time.

If your kid is as bright as you, there is a reason he isn't on peoples radar, or you are being asked to pay a hefty price to represent them! What was said was exactly what you said, except you think your kid is being overlooked because of money. If your kid was goog enough, he would be noticed for his talent and would probably to in 1 of the first 3 rounds. The rese dont really matter and only the odd kid works hard being a bottom pick and make an impact eventually.

You only need an agent if you are going to sign a legal contract. SO signing with an OHL team. Agents dont charge, they take a percentage of your salary.

Advisors - you pay. They "suggest" next steps or help you navigate choices.