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Old Tue Jan 04, 2005, 12:27pm
Robmoz Robmoz is offline
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A reality check.

Ok, all the positive encouragement aside I think you need to consider the time AND travel issues carefully and realize what you have to do in juggling your "real job", family, and social agendas when doing college level ball.

Depending on your geographic limits, it is not uncommon to have to drive more than 200 miles to work a game (I have had a few trips of 400 miles one-way). Many conferences encompass multi-state locations.

You will have to be on-site at least 1.5 hours prior to game time which, when coupled with your travel time, could pose a problem with your "real job" when you need to leave work early. Not to mention that the weather could be a factor, rush hour traffic, car trouble, or your navigation skills get you lost (Rule #1 NEVER stop and ask for directions, you'll understand this when you are older).

You may invest more money than you earn for the event when you consider gas, meals, or lodging (if needed) which can quickly eat up that $120 game fee.

IOW, don't do it for the money, do it for the love of the game, or a means to a greater end.
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