Hey Everyone, I wanted to get some other swimmers inputs. I am currently a freshman in college and have been swimming year round since I was nine. I lived and breathed swimming all through high school and it was my life. Never did I think that I would quit swimming after my freshman year of college. I know longer love swimming and I can't continue to keep doing it. I will be giving up my scholarship next year AND will be transferring to school closer to home. I guess what I want to know is and I making one of the worst decisions of my life. I don't want to continue to do this but what if I miss it or I am miserable. I have my conference meet in three weeks and want to go out on a bang, just like everyone does when they are giving up something they love to do. My question is how do I get through this last three weeks and enjoy it and go out on a bang and what is your guys opinion on my decision to hang up swimming. I would love any opinions or feedback.
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Freshman year is hard. Being a competitive athlete at the same time makes it more complex. Choosing a college as a senior in high school is difficult because you make your choice without really understanding what you want from your college experience.
What is not clear from your post is whether you like the school you are at but don't like the swimming program, or whether you just don't like the school period.
If it's just the swimming, could you find a coach outside the program to give you some advice? I have been a competitive athlete (in a different sport) for many years and when I've plateaued, sometimes getting a different perspective has helped me improve.
If it's the college, have you spoken to your dean? or found a counselor on campus? Most colleges have people you can go to who can help you with your transition into college life. You may not be at the right place, but since you will have to give up a lot to transfer, it's worth exploring your options further.
Good luck!
Freshman year is hard. Being a competitive athlete at the same time makes it more complex. Choosing a college as a senior in high school is difficult because you make your choice without really understanding what you want from your college experience.
What is not clear from your post is whether you like the school you are at but don't like the swimming program, or whether you just don't like the school period.
If it's just the swimming, could you find a coach outside the program to give you some advice? I have been a competitive athlete (in a different sport) for many years and when I've plateaued, sometimes getting a different perspective has helped me improve.
If it's the college, have you spoken to your dean? or found a counselor on campus? Most colleges have people you can go to who can help you with your transition into college life. You may not be at the right place, but since you will have to give up a lot to transfer, it's worth exploring your options further.
Good luck!
