Anonymous
11/26/2025 15:24
Subject: outside of school sports in HS
Anonymous wrote:Did your kids continue with travel sports in HS? Especially, an academically rigorous one?
DD plans to play in HS (we expect her to make varsity... fingers crossed), but will never play in college.
I would love for her not to do travel, but to do occasional clinics/summer league to maintain her skills. I feel like this would allow her to focus on getting involved in school. I also know the homework load will increase.
On the flip side, I can see how an outside of school outlet has been extremely benefical for her and teach time mgt.
Ultimately, it is her choice. But, any input or points to consider? She will have to decide prior to the start of school due to when tryouts are.
My DD continued on her club team, college aspirations didn't become clear until mid-10th grade (ended up recruited D1). But most importantly, this was an excellent social option. It was really nice to have multiple social options, particularly if she needed a break from one group or the other. She definitely leaned into the club teammates during some difficult school social dynamics.
