It's too bad that from Nick Patterson's point of view premier select soccer has ruined high school soccer. To those players on the field playing for a district, regional, or state championship his vision doesn't even cross their minds. Every team puts their best players on the field and with all the skill and grit they can muster play to win. If teams whined and cried about the injuries they have or that Johnny or Sally isn't playing because they are on a select team they are destine to lose. You got to dance with the girl you brought to the prom and you play as hard as you can until the fat lady sings. 

As for soccer becoming a sport for those with means, name a sport which isn't, swimming, ice skating, basketball, softball, baseball, volleyball, golf, tennis, or hockey. All sports at the elite level are expensive, if you want a cheap sport try tiddlewinks or lawn darts.