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To: TXBlair

“Why isn’t a scholarship that covers the cost of a college education considered sufficient payment for athletes anymore?”

Because the market has determined that elite college athletes have a value that exceeds the cost of a scholarship.


45 posted on 12/30/2025 7:46:53 PM PST by Round Earther
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To: Round Earther

“Why isn’t a scholarship that covers the cost of a college education considered sufficient payment for athletes anymore?”

Because the market has determined that elite college athletes have a value that exceeds the cost of a scholarship.

I can get on board with where you are coming from, however, no tax payer money should go to any of these colleges. Then, the market can decide whatever it wants.


84 posted on 12/31/2025 4:30:28 AM PST by TheRake ("It's easier to fool people than to convince them that they have been fooled". ~Mark Twain)
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