There is some truth to both sides here. Here’s the real facts.
Esmark U16 (2003) had 16 2003 birth year players at tryouts. That’s it. 12 forwards 4 defenseman.
The best 2003 esmark player did not sign up. He left on his own for the baron’s. 3 other players also did not sign back up.
Yes, the core of the same 4 players are still there.
Yuri in a attempt to fill the team is contacting any 2003 parent that will listen to what he has to say. I was one of them.