gymmomtoo
Proud Parent
As with many others, I think it depends on the event and the timing. If you're doing it weekly, then obviously there will be an issue. Your daughter simply isn't going to keep up with skills, etc. if she's consistently not attending practice. A few times a year--not a big deal. Skipping a practice the week before a meet--really doesn't work well, especially if it's not school related--an some gyms will not let you compete in the meet if you do that. Sounds like you're on the right track though!
And coachmolly--my oldest DD's HS team has a policy that if you miss practice AT ALL for anything other than out of town for family events or illness, you don't compete the next meet. I know for a fact the HC doesn't always follow through, but it keeps the girls fairly on track.
And coachmolly--my oldest DD's HS team has a policy that if you miss practice AT ALL for anything other than out of town for family events or illness, you don't compete the next meet. I know for a fact the HC doesn't always follow through, but it keeps the girls fairly on track.
