Better team vs. more play time

My kid is 9 years old, playing on a 2014 team (playing up). Currently on a large Club soccer team. 2nd year playing. He currently plays 2nd line defense. During games he plays maybe 1/3 of the game. During tournaments he plays only 1/4 barely of the game. I think the lack of playing time is hurting his confidence. This club mainly wants to win and develop the top players. Contract season is up.

A newer smaller club team is now in our area (with a director from his old team joining...

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