StarSon2028
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DS is a homeschool student (junior) and this year marked his third year of play on a homeschool sport team. He has worked hard to develop as an athlete in this sport and this has landed him solidly in average player territory. He has learned his contribution as an average player does not come with glory, but with a lot of humility and submitting to coach's vision for each game and the season - i.e. his play time is not the goal. Coach has indicated DS will play varsity next year. This is an incredible opportunity. However, this sport, and homeschool sports in general, require a crazy level of flexibility and lot of driving. A LOT. Weekly practices (3) are an hour away. Two games a week tend to be 1-3 hours away. We've loved it, but it is a big hit on time, resources, etc and varsity will be more intense.
DS is also a part of a national debate league whose competitive season is in direct conflict with the team sport season. Playing JV, DS has had flexibility to pursue team policy debate and LOVES it. This is his passion and he is doing quite well - he'll likely go to nationals this year. The problem is that the varsity sporting schedule will eliminate DS's ability to compete in debate.
DS is active in many extracurriculars, serves as an officer in those activities, and has been in CAP for several years. So, this team sport isn't the only means by which he can demonstrate he plays well with others as a homeschooler. However, I know the importance of team sports to an academy application - Varsity play, esp.
I haven't discussed this with DS yet, but as his "guidance counselor" this decision is coming and I'd like your input: 1) DS could play varsity sport and eliminate debate. 2) DS could depart from team sport, commit to a combat sport training facility 5 minutes from our house, and prioritize debate.
Suggestions? Thank you in advance!
DS is also a part of a national debate league whose competitive season is in direct conflict with the team sport season. Playing JV, DS has had flexibility to pursue team policy debate and LOVES it. This is his passion and he is doing quite well - he'll likely go to nationals this year. The problem is that the varsity sporting schedule will eliminate DS's ability to compete in debate.
DS is active in many extracurriculars, serves as an officer in those activities, and has been in CAP for several years. So, this team sport isn't the only means by which he can demonstrate he plays well with others as a homeschooler. However, I know the importance of team sports to an academy application - Varsity play, esp.
I haven't discussed this with DS yet, but as his "guidance counselor" this decision is coming and I'd like your input: 1) DS could play varsity sport and eliminate debate. 2) DS could depart from team sport, commit to a combat sport training facility 5 minutes from our house, and prioritize debate.
Suggestions? Thank you in advance!