Student-athletes are often told to take time to study, but, at the same time, make sure to practice. What does this bring them? Many student-athletes suffer from poor grades even though they are doing very well on the field or court. Often, they believe that if they do well in their sport, grades shouldn't matter. They just do what they have to do to get by. However, this is not true. Although many students suffer in school, some student-athletes do not. What are their secrets? The best way I have found to improve student-athletes' grades is to show them good time management. This is the key to a successful student-athlete career. As a student-athlete myself, I understand the time and effort it takes to succeed, on and off the field. If you ask my teammates, I always did my homework when I was on the bus or watching another game. I was prepared for anything that could have happened unexpectedly. One thing I was always aware of as an athlete was that anything could happen in a single moment. I have seen many people lose their dream because of one play. In an instant, everything they had worked for was gone. When something like this happens, it is often extremely difficult for an athlete to continue their education. They must therefore be autonomous while continuing their daily activities as best they can. Student athletes are everywhere. They are in middle school, high school, middle school and even elementary school. Often when you talk to a high school or college student athlete, they will mention how busy they are. This is the product of lack of time management. According to Cornell University, a student should study an average of 6 to 8 hours per night. That's a lot of time for a student...... middle of paper....... The best thing anyone can do when trying to improve this is to stay organized and focused . The first important step is to create a plan and stick to it daily. Staying on task and sticking to a time limit will also help. It's best to know the deadlines you have for items and plan ahead. It is always best to have your paper prepared a day or two before the due date. One thing many struggle with when trying to learn time management skills is blocking out distractions. Prioritizing your projects and to-do items and eliminating unnecessary items can help you manage time. Time for yourself and your friends is often left aside when managing time. Always give yourself time to relax. Overall, time management can be a difficult thing. However, with the right kind of attitude and support, it can be entirely possible and easy to achieve..