When It’s Time to Leave

Swimming goggles and swim cap resting beside an empty competition pool at dusk, with calm blue water and soft evening light.

Nobody signs their child up for a team expecting to spend half the season wondering whether they made the right decision. You’re usually excited about the opportunity, convinced you’ve found a good fit, and already figuring out how you’re going to rearrange your life around practices, games, and tournaments. A new coach, new teammates, maybe … Read more