Replying to To race or not to race

so next year im goin to be a freshman and my parents want me to play another sport beside lacrosse. since my school ahs a ski team that would be the obvious choice. the team goes up two or 3 days after school and races and practices. SO do you guys think i should race because my parents say its good becuz ill be varsity and thats good for a college resume. or should i not race and stick to lax and freeskiing and sports like blading and biking.

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(its not required to wear a race suit?race helmet so i can still rock the bad letuinet and jersey)