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Old 10-02-2006, 01:39 PM
macallan25 macallan25 is offline
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Originally Posted by Drolefille View Post
But think of all the college athletes out there, then think of how many professional athletes there are. Top basketball players will not necesarily end up in the NBA, and they are one broken ankle away from losing everything, and having no education.

I was a big U of Illinois fan throughout grade school and high school and they make a big deal about their athletes graduating with a degree. That is what college is for. And, even if you do go the NBA, you should have some business sense (or SOMETHING) so that you don't get screwed over by everyone with an "investment opportunity" that comes your way.

That is why I said "very good." Most "very good" D1 college athletes are going to play their sport professionaly.
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