I can't explain that. I can state, with good faith, that the people who did this have likely terminated their military career. The military is an 'Up' or 'Out' organization. This public blunder likely means no promotions.
But, my focus is on the individual. As a Lt. in the Army; this person would be responsible for the lives and well being of 'x' enlisted men. If he can't take responsibility for his weight, for getting in good enough shape to make time; would you want him in charge of the life of your son? This is one of the most basic requirement in the Army. This was not a surprise test, and it is a test that EVERYONE has to meet .... even football players.
And Good Lord; what is it about this hero worship of football players??!? He didn't save a life, he didn't cure cancer, he catches a ball for a living; or he gets in the way of someone else. Big Deal, whoop-de-freakin-do. Other than stroking some ego; they contribute nothing. Would you make the same plead for a computer programmer, mechanical engineer, medical personnel, communications, or logistics officer? This last group has the benefit of actually SAVING lives.
I agree with mud puppy. Someone did pee in your cereal this morning.
You are essentially posting to yourself at this point because you are arguing with yourself.
My post was, they modified the rules, they have no right to back charge for the scholarship.
You want to create a crazy arguement about football worshipping MIL requirements, continue posting to yourself. I'm not participating in that one.