In a previous post it was stated:

The lesson learned is it is not a fundamental right to participe in KSHSAA activities.

I guess the real question then is why not??? We must pay taxes on the property we own which goes to support our schools. It is not voluntary. In fact, if you do not, you lose the property at a tax auction. Accordingly, if your child is eligible to participate in sports based upon his/grades and behavior then I would say it is a right to participate. You have paid for this right and earned it. Why does an organization have the right to TELL anyone what their kid can do away from school on a Sunday afternoon as long as it is legal?? Where does it stop? Will kids be told they cannot lift weights in the off season?

There are rule changes that need to be made. A Freshman can practice with Seniors, but a 8th grader cannot practice with a Freshman. Does this make sense. Attending clinics away from school on off time is nothing more than an effort to improve in a sport the same way lifting weights and running are.

I think we all recognize a need for rules, but any rule should be based upon 'what is best for the kids' and not on holding some back so the rest can look better in their mediocrity.

This forum is an excellent place to exchange ideas. That is what is happening. To tell someone that if they want their kid to be the best they should move to another state doesn't appear to meet the idea of this forum. Maybe by exchanging ideas on this forum some good will be done. I doubt it, but at least some are voicing a need for change. As change will have to be based upon a grass roots effort, this is as good of way as any.