Hello No Angel as a parent that has gone through the sleep away camp thing I hope I can give you some insight. My son attendted a sleep away camp for two years. After trying out and making an Express A team it was his choice to stay home and pursue Lacrosse. The real question is are you willing to spend your summer going to lacrosse tournaments ? For my son it was the correct choice. He has made many great friends with the boys on his team and does not miss sleep away camp at all. Good Luck I hope it all works out