When you are a high school athlete, the world of sports does not stop at high school level. There are so many opportunities out there to get athletes better and better. This is why I think that travel sports teams are so important to join if you are able to.

Travel sport teams have so many benefits. First of all, you get to play so much more of the sport that you strive to be better at. Outside of the school sports season, you get to travel around the state and play multiple games each weekend. You also get multiple extra weekly practices with your new teammates and coaches. Second of all, you are playing against so many better teams and players than you play in high school. High school teams typically have a few stand out players, but travel teams are packed with hand-picked, talented players.

When it comes to basketball, I wanted to get as much practice as possible. I even quit baseball to focus more on this sport. After basketball season was over I was always trying to look for more opportunities. I always seek out summer camps for colleges.

Conclusively, all of this extra exposure has helped me grow as an athlete over the last few years. You get extra training, and get to meet new athletes and friends as well.