That's a really difficult argument. I can see your point but also understand the majority of college athletes are just regular students who have little chance of becoming professionals. We hear about the "one and done" superstars, but far more student athletes study for four years, play the sport they love, and get a free education. Of course they pay a price of a tremendous time commitment, but don't most good athletes enjoy and relish the competition? I know many parents who struggle to pay the high cost of an advanced education, and are overjoyed when their child signs a scholarship deal. And certainly, the lessons learned by playing at a high level are valuable lessons in life, not to mention the connections made in terms of relationships and job opportunities. But I do agree the colleges rake in big bucks from the toil of their student athletes. Perhaps a small stipend to cover miscellaneous expenses would be prudent. I think that's in the future. But all in all, I think most athletes who graduate from college with no debt would have few regrets.
