Playing a sport in addition to everything else during HSC? (1 Viewer)

[Existential]

Esp. to those who have achieved high ATARs (90+) and those seeking to do so - how much down-time did you have? For example, I'm contemplating not playing soccer because when it starts I'll be reffing it every weekend anyway and it may get too much ie. a hour or so of training a day every week + an hour or so of game in addition to everything else. What are your thoughts?

 

[clissold]

Heeey

I know exactly what you are talking about..!!

This year Ive given up on football (soccer) due to my HSC

Last year, for my Prelim, I was playing for Sydney United FC in the NSW Premier League and I was training 3 or 4 times a week for a good 2 hours or so and then I would have to play on the weekend. Taking into account travel time aswell, this took out heaps of time of my nights and I must say that I definitely did not do as well as what I could have. I didnt do bad last year, I actually did fairly well.. although most of this was just due to natural ability and I know that it just doesnt cut it when it comes to the HSC. Therefore, I gave up on soccer this year as Im aiming for a 90+ ATAR and I know that this cant just be achieved out of thin air. Its your own decision really, and if you can manage then go for it, but Im just speaking from experience and its definitely something to consider.

 

[4025808]

I could suggest that at times you should, since you should still have a life and develop skills to communicate with people. Year 12 isn't only just about the HSC
I'd suggest continue play soccer xD

and as for me I'm probably going to resume swimming after my lil bro does his selective exam

 

[tommykins]

there is absolutely no reason for any of you to drop your sporting committments for the hsc

heck 3-4 hrs of work a WEEK can net you 90+ easy

 

[UnrealAnchovies]

there is absolutely no reason for any of you to drop your sporting committments for the hsc

heck 3-4 hrs of work a WEEK can net you 90+ easy

This.

 

[maths94]

heeey

i know exactly what you are talking about..!!

This year ive given up on football (soccer) due to my hsc

last year, for my prelim, i was playing for sydney united fc in the nsw premier league and i was training 3 or 4 times a week for a good 2 hours or so and then i would have to play on the weekend. Taking into account travel time aswell, this took out heaps of time of my nights and i must say that i definitely did not do as well as what i could have. I didnt do bad last year, i actually did fairly well.. Although most of this was just due to natural ability and i know that it just doesnt cut it when it comes to the hsc. Therefore, i gave up on soccer this year as im aiming for a 90+ atar and i know that this cant just be achieved out of thin air. Its your own decision really, and if you can manage then go for it, but im just speaking from experience and its definitely something to consider.

are shit

 

[ArtemisOrthia]

I see no reason why you would want to completely cut off your sporting connections. There's plenty of kids out there who achieve great ATARS with all or a combination of sporting commitments, extra-curricular activities, part-time work throughout the year, Academic commitments (such as Tutoring - which is beneficial to the ATAR, but yet again is still consuming valuable time throughout the year), all along with hobbies and social commitments. As long as you are aware of your limits and weaknesses you should be okay; reflect upon your past achievements with recognition to any problems you had such as procrastination; and then decide if you are able to cope with other commitments in conjunction with academic and social commitments.

I think if you work hard, you can keep your sporting commitments. Plus, sports is a great way to de-stress and can ultimately have a positive impact on you ATAR, as you will be less stressed and healthier.

 

[Existential]

Heeey

I know exactly what you are talking about..!!

This year Ive given up on football (soccer) due to my HSC

Last year, for my Prelim, I was playing for Sydney United FC in the NSW Premier League and I was training 3 or 4 times a week for a good 2 hours or so and then I would have to play on the weekend. Taking into account travel time aswell, this took out heaps of time of my nights and I must say that I definitely did not do as well as what I could have. I didnt do bad last year, I actually did fairly well.. although most of this was just due to natural ability and I know that it just doesnt cut it when it comes to the HSC. Therefore, I gave up on soccer this year as Im aiming for a 90+ ATAR and I know that this cant just be achieved out of thin air. Its your own decision really, and if you can manage then go for it, but Im just speaking from experience and its definitely something to consider.

Yeah i understand in your situation that you were doing too much - but for me it would only be an hourish of training per week + an hourish of game on sunday - so ive come to the conclusion that ill play (because its healthy, is a good balance, is social, fun, physically good, challenging etc.) but when it comes to exam periods and assignments due HSC will be paramount - and my coach seems to understand that so its all good

The below comments seem to further my new position here (thanks everyone for your helpful comments).

I could suggest that at times you should, since you should still have a life and develop skills to communicate with people. Year 12 isn't only just about the HSC
I'd suggest continue play soccer xD

and as for me I'm probably going to resume swimming after my lil bro does his selective exam

there is absolutely no reason for any of you to drop your sporting committments for the hsc

heck 3-4 hrs of work a WEEK can net you 90+ easy

I see no reason why you would want to completely cut off your sporting connections. There's plenty of kids out there who achieve great ATARS with all or a combination of sporting commitments, extra-curricular activities, part-time work throughout the year, Academic commitments (such as Tutoring - which is beneficial to the ATAR, but yet again is still consuming valuable time throughout the year), all along with hobbies and social commitments. As long as you are aware of your limits and weaknesses you should be okay; reflect upon your past achievements with recognition to any problems you had such as procrastination; and then decide if you are able to cope with other commitments in conjunction with academic and social commitments.

I think if you work hard, you can keep your sporting commitments. Plus, sports is a great way to de-stress and can ultimately have a positive impact on you ATAR, as you will be less stressed and healthier.

 

[AAEldar]

Sport = downtime.

Nothing better than sport with mates to take your mind off anything.

 

[alissons]

it helps to do sport

 

[clissold]

are shit

and whats your playing experience buddy..?

 

[FTW]

I don't know why everyone seems to be doing this... it doesn't make sense.

I decided since it is my last year of school I'm going to do as much as I can. So this year at the moment I'm playing soccer, volleyball, tennis and hockey.
Why not make the most of what you have in your final year of school. I figured I would just be spending the time procrastinating, so why not do something useful while procrastinating?

 

[slyhunter]

I don't know why everyone seems to be doing this... it doesn't make sense.

I decided since it is my last year of school I'm going to do as much as I can. So this year at the moment I'm playing soccer, volleyball, tennis and hockey.
Why not make the most of what you have in your final year of school. I figured I would just be spending the time procrastinating, so why not do something useful while procrastinating?

+1

 

[khorne]

if you're so dumb that you need to cut your sport and masturbation times just to complete the hsc, then you should drop out now.

 

[Deathless]

Esp. to those who have achieved high ATARs (90+) and those seeking to do so - how much down-time did you have? For example, I'm contemplating not playing soccer because when it starts I'll be reffing it every weekend anyway and it may get too much ie. a hour or so of training a day every week + an hour or so of game in addition to everything else. What are your thoughts?

I did three days a week of sports. Came home on average about 7pm. I got wayyy over 95. it depends on how well you can study, how well you can budget your time and/or how much you can cram.