I guess it really depends on how meaningful the trophies are to you and your child... I didn't do that many competitions because I switched to a ballet academy at the age of 12, so my trophies were very special and my mom always displayed them proudly in our home. I believe that trophies are not only great keepsakes, but are also symbolic of the hard work and dedication that young dancers put into competing. One day a dancer may even like to pass them down to his or her children. My mom did pageants and kept all of her trophies and tiaras - I LOVED playing with them when I was little. That's why I think dancers should take home their trophies and awards for solo routines.