reel suggestions for my 9 yr old son??

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My little fishing buddy just got a Tica 8'0" MOD-FAST action, 1/2-2oz, 6-17lb one piece spinning rod for his birthday. I am at a loss as to what reel would pair up well w/ this rod. He is one of the best 9 yr old fishermen I have ever seen, he LOVES the sport and is a very fast learner (ask Peter (Scarecrow) or Rizzo, they saw him in action) Oh well...enough of the proud Dad bragging.
He will use it mainly for plugging the sandy beaches w/ me. I have plenty of other rigs for bait fishing...ya,ya..I know...bait fishing is not REAL fishing.
I will probably want to put braid of some kind on the reel. I am NOT looking for everyone to suggest that I buy him a VS!! Hell, I don't even have one. I am planning on spending under a hundred bucks, so keep that in mind when making your suggestions. I would also be VERY open to a used reel that is in good reliable condition. Thanks for your .02 cents!!
Brandon