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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]We have 3 kids, 1 in HS and 2 who have graduated; all are/were varsity athletes in HS and college.  Through HS, either DH or I went to most games for all 3 kids.  For the older 2, it's a 4 hour drive to attend their college home games and about 2-3 hours to closest away games.  We've tried to make at least a couple of those games each year.

Pros:

1) our kids have put a lot of effort into their sports and it gives us pleasure to see how much it means to them and to be there to support them;

2) the kids are grateful for our efforts to get there; and,

3) we've gotten to know their friends, friends' parents and coaches.

Cons:

I really can't think of any.

BTW, we also make an effort to get the kids to one another's games.  I think that's been a big factor in developing close sib relationships.   [/quote]

We are similar, with one in HS and one in college.  One or both parents go to all the HS games.  Also go to the club games in part because we have to drive to there anyway.  We go to some of the college events (they are only 2-3 hours away so not too bad).

I'd add a pro that it gives us something to talk to the kids about - they both like talking about games/meets. I'd also really emphasize the importance of the PPs #3 as the kids get to HS.  It is really helpful to know the other kids and their parents.

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