Is it wrong of me to quit playing baseball my senior year to focus on reality after college?

Question

I've started all three years, but I'm taking 18 core credits this semester. Focusing on both is hard, and the desire to play is not what it used to be. I really need someone's input, HELP!

Answer 1

I think you've answered your own question, but just need input from others to believe it. If you'd rather focus your attention on your studies rather than baseball, it's perfectly fine! (Unless you're on an academic scholarship - then you better have a back-up plan for financing college.)

It sounds like your heart isn't into baseball anymore. It's a mature thing to do to consider not playing anymore. Maybe if you need something with less time commitment, check out intramurals.

Be prepared for your teammates not to accept your decision, if you choose to not play... But know that you're doing what's best for you.

Answer 2

It is your decision. It is admirable you want to focus on your studies. I do question why you have so many core credits this year, if it was poor planning on your part or bad counseling. In some ways it would be good to finish your baseball career. Every person goes through mental slumps when they play or perform. Push your mind forward and ask yourself if you will regret not playing that last year. Will you look back and think "what if?" Are you getting athletic scholarships? It is a consideration. It boils down to yourself, what you know about yourself and your study habits. Graduation is the main point and if that is in jeopardy I would certainly say pass on the baseball. But if this is a case of ennui , senioritis, laziness or just the blahs, I might say tough it out.

Answer 3

Everyone is going to tell you that school is more important than sports, but truthfully, what is important is what YOU want to do. If you aren't getting the same thrill out of the game, you may not want to play it a few years down the line. Or if your schooling is something you really want to focus on, then you should do that. But if you love the game and that is what you want to do, you can always lighten your courseload and take an extra year. It won't hurt anyone, and besides, you could get hit by a bus tomorrow a nyway...

Answer 4

If your baseball abilities are not good enough to take you to the next level then Yes I think it is a mature thing to concentrate on your academics because THAT will take you to the next level. The answer is really in your question when you say you no longer desire to play as you once did. Good luck at college.

Answer 5

Only you can answer that question. Do you think you could make it at the next level? If the desire is not there whats the point, you wont be giving it your all and your performance will show it. You would be letting your teamates as well as yourself down. It has to come to an end sometime concentrate on your studies

Answer 6

Not very good, nobody wants a hitter that gets a hit only 999 times out of 1000 or a pitcher that can't top at least 110-115 mph.

Answer 7

My husband's cousin is a senior and he was playing football and managed but after the season he started wresting and was told to give it up because he had a few more classes added to his schedule. I say that if you have more classes and can't keep up with them then give up the baseball but if you can manage playing and studying and not failing then do that.

Answer 8

Focus on your studies, it will be worth it in the long run. 18 Credits is a handful, and you'll need all the time you can muster up to keep up.

Answer 9

Your studies are far more important than basketball. You are making the right choice.