Prep schools hit a homerun in athletics

Cantiger
Sat, 18 May 2019 01:21:16 +0000

My son (BSE '16) was also a recruited athlete. It is true that many athletes come from the upper class, or at least the upper middle class. I believe this is because competitive athletics - at the high school level - comes with a significant time and fiscal price tag. Our son had the privilege of travelling and competing at international events prior to being recruited. He was also privileged to attend a modest private school which helped in his academic preparation.

Our experience was that private school did not mean better sports whatsoever. However, being able to accommodate academics while in competitiion was a distinct advantage. Prep schools may have an entirely different experience than the modest private school our son attended.