I had a different tip all set for this morning, however, I had to get this off of my chest. After a discussion with a coach this morning on athletes and academics, I felt there was a need to address this.
Athletes (regardless of sport) are hardworking, smart individuals. They have to be. If they aren't hardworking, they will get passed by. If they aren't smart they won't be successful at their sport. It takes smarts to make split second decisions on the ice or on the field. It takes smarts to memorize an entire playbook. It takes smarts to study game film and know what your opponent is going to do next. If you are a good athlete, you are hardworking and smart.
So my question to you is, why do some athletes not reach their full potential in school? By nature, athletes are hardworking and smart!!! Put forth the same effort in the classroom as you do on the playing field and you will be better for it. Your athletic career is only going to last so long. Put yourself in a position to succeed after your playing careers are over!
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