<p>In my extended group of buddies there were 3 rowers, 4 footballers and one hockey guy and one B-baller. During any particular season, you’d see the guys occasionally and usually late at night because they had to be so disciplined with their time juggling practice and other ECs and school work. However, I can honestly say we all had lots of bonding time and we all considered each other dear and even intimate friends. I’d say it was a direct result of the Residential College system which forced the happy coincidence of diverse guys and gals together to form deep and lasting friendships. </p>
<p>I don’t have any first hand info but it would seem the House system can’t deliver this as well. I knew a girl who was a swimmer at Stanford and she really felt she missed out on a lot because her circle was mostly only other swimmers. She couldn’t comprehend how I knew so many people that were traditionally in “tight” circles.</p>
<p>Regardless, best of luck to you. If you choose H, please don’t bemoan us if we “boo” at you. It’s out of love anyways!</p>