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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]PS - let me add that as the PP - we obviously did not sign up DD at age 6 for travel soccer so she was going to be a star player nor because we thought she'd be academically more successful being over scheduled.  I'm just sharing that the added benefit beyond that she enjoys soccer and it's healthy for her is that her grades are really good and I attribute that to work ethic which is what her current "overscheduling" has given her - I actually don't think it is but some would suggest it.  She still has a lot of time to see friends, we host sleepovers, etc.  She does not have 4 hours of homework per night - just 60-90 min worth max and we are not committed to every practice/game if we did could not go for whatever reason.

I agree that it's a lot of money - A LOT.  But again, having kids and giving them the best experiences is about spending some $.  I agree that most of the clubs are in it for $ because it's a business but hey, my kid is getting something out of it so I'm not going to bash the business.  Is it really making her a better soccer player, nope.  But I'm not in this for a college scholarship - I'm in this for her enjoyment and if it also helps her understand commitment at an early age - it's worth the money![/quote]

I'm one of PPs that's been critical of travel sports, but I think this is a healthy outlook. I'm not bashing travel sports with the idea that it can't be beneficial for some.  Spoiler: both of my kids, somewhat hypocritically, are on travel teams although they fit a certain profile. I'm bothered that they're viewed by so many as the only/best option for their child and requires so much (time, money, personal commitment) when there should be less restricted alternatives.  It sounds like your DD is receiving the intrinsic benefits of sports in a way that works for her.  That's wonderful. It's also crazy that a kid/family may have to pick a sport at the age of 6 that can take so much that it leaves limited opportunities to explore/commit to other sports or activities, depending on that family's circumstances. Kudos to you for making it work though.[/quote]

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