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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I would simply point out that evidence shows that athletes do better in school. 
It also demonstrates to (future) colleges that you have a more “well-rounded” kid.

http://news.ku.edu/2014/01/15/study-shows-high-school-athletes-performed-better-school-persisted-graduation-more-non[/quote]

That's a pretty obnoxious way to phrase it.  By saying that "athletes do better in school," you are being just as judgmental and critical as the other mom is being.  That comment is going to grate on the friend as much as the friend's comments grate on OP.

A better way is to say "Johnny shows an aptitude and interest in football, so we encourage him to be more well-rounded."  Optionally you can include "Some college admissions value that."  This comes across more that you are doing what works best for your child as an individual, rather than a more sweeping generalization that might include her child.[/quote]

I am the pp. I would agree that it would be obnoxious to phrase it that way.  And, I wouldn’t either.  Just wanted to point out that research indicates that kids involved in athletics do well in school.  So do kids who have jobs.  
I would probably say something like, “We value education as well.  We also value athletics since research shows that athletes do quite well academically.  Finding the balance is the key.  Thanks for your thoughts.”  [/quote]

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