That's why I'm in the minority . I hear that from the guys I skate with all the time (Twin City guys). Just a personal opinion of mine. I grew up in ND where you really had to leave a year early, in most cases, to continue developing. Again, I said most cases. I know those Minnesotans love their high school hockey though.
I guess it may help with his confidence too as I'm guessing he will dominate for EGF this year.