Dear Candid Candace:

I'm one of your younger readers and am looking for some advice on how to handle a sensitive social situation. I play basketball for my high school and, both last year and this year, I have kind of developed a crush on a cheerleader. But, the problem is she is a cheerleader for the opposing school -not ours! Is it okay to date someone from another school? And any advice on how I break the ice? (We only play them two times a season so I don’t see her that much.)

---Jumping Through Hoops

Dear Jumping Through Hoops,

Memories you make during high school are ever-lasting and form who you become in later years. You will always remember your first crushes so, if you're attracted to her, invite her out on a date. Maybe the next time you play each other, you can get a mess

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