Individual Sports vs. Team Sports: How to Find Your Fit

Team sports and individual sports develop very different skills. Here's how to think about which fits your personality, goals, and how you compete best.

Balancing Academics and Athletics: How to Make It Actually Work

Playing a sport while staying on top of your grades is one of the hardest things to pull off in high school. Here's how student-athletes actually make it work.

How to Try Out for a High School Sport and Actually Make the Team

Tryouts are stressful, but preparation makes a difference. Here's what coaches actually look for and how to give yourself the best shot at making the team.

Varsity vs. JV: What Every Incoming High School Athlete Should Know

Varsity or JV — what's the difference and which should you aim for as a new high school athlete? Here's what you actually need to know.