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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]OP here.

FWIW, I'd have no problem with kids missing a tournament if it conflicted with a family wedding, or granny's 100th birthday celebration, or something significant.

But otherwise, I'm happy to take them. To be clear, kids are younger, so tournaments are all within an hour's drive, no overnights yet. Spouse gets really grouchy about it, even though spouse was on board with kids playing travel (for which said kids begged, and for whom rec coaches said it would be a good fit). Wanting to skip them just because, especially knowing kids will find out and desperately want to play, is causing me some stress.[/quote]
Why is your spouse grouchy about it, OP? What would they rather be doing? And do you think they are considering your kids’ feelings on the matter?

I do think your question may be more of a relationship forum one, but in the meantime, absolutely look into carpooling. Parents don’t need to be at every single game. [/quote]

Having weekends consumed by travel sports does feel suffocating at times. Even if only one parent takes the kid in question, the family ends up separated much of the weekend. Sometimes we all attend but that is not always possible because siblings have activities as well.

Even at the younger ages, carpooling can be incredibly helpful. You do not need to attend every game! It can really help lighten the load. [/quote]

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