My son gave up HS football and basketball after his soph year, both of which he played well. I was not to keen on the idea but when he said it wouldn't be fair not to give 100% to the seasons it made sense. During those seasons he worked his arse off conditioning on a daily basis.
With every dream there are sacrifices, and for two year I listened to mostly parents, who thought it was a selfish and egotistical act. My only thought was who are they to pass judgment on my son. Now many of those 3 sport stars are selling shoes, while mine is still playing ball and getting a first class eduacation. Now I bite my lip when I see those parents.