It’s no secret May is a tough time for spring athletes. Many are competing for a state championship whether it be in track, boys volleyball, tennis, softball, baseball, etc. But this is also grind time for student-athletes, especially those who are seniors. Sure, testing may be over. But graduation is here, as well as the time to make a college decision whether it be athletically related or not.
So, I pose this question. How can the AIA avoid forcing athletes to choose between a state championship game and graduation. Both are extremely important moments in the lives of seniors, but we saw CDO’s softball players forced to miss graduation to play.
Personally, as a former athlete, I would choose the game. But still, many may not think that way.
Thoughts? Surely something can be done, right?
So, I pose this question. How can the AIA avoid forcing athletes to choose between a state championship game and graduation. Both are extremely important moments in the lives of seniors, but we saw CDO’s softball players forced to miss graduation to play.
Personally, as a former athlete, I would choose the game. But still, many may not think that way.
Thoughts? Surely something can be done, right?
