I wish it was "pure" as well, college sports are big money now and that's they the way it is.bcoach wrote: You are correct. We did get a little off topic. They should give him what they contracted for and yes it was me who said for him to shut up. That was a little strong. I am just tired of this whole national conversation that we owe athletes more than what they are given. What they contribute to the university is recreation for students and alumni. Their scholarships carry more benefit to them than any other scholarship I am aware of. There are many who contribute to the university who get nothing at all. I used the example of trainers and there are many others. I believe that they should get what they contracted for but no more. Enough is given already.
I think it is sometimes forgotten that many students are not on daddy's dime. They have student loans and part of that money is athletic fees. That means those people will be paying for years so that the athlete who is on a free ride can play their sport. So I will not say shut up but maybe they could just back down and thank their fellow students.
I just wanted to remind people that these kids (if they do the right thing) put in a lot of work, so we can talk have something to talk about. They do get a lot of help and special attention, but that's the way it is if you have a talent. And they get it because, and I think this is the important thing, because we want them to choose us.
I also think that no one should get into a school they shouldn't get into, that's the first mistake.
