I do agree with Kale Mann that you need to critically read and analyse the information in articles especially ones that involve statistical data. Kale made some excellent points about other things that need to be mentioned in the article. Critically analyzing statistics being presented in an article or presentation before making decisions or judgments is a major issue that I was harping on in the recent forum topic on the KSHSAA audit.
I do agree also with Will's point that extracurricular actitives are important in a high school student's development. I do believe however very strongly that going to class, reading, writing, excelling in math and science, developing good study habits, taking tests and earning good grades are by far the most important things a student needs to be accomplishing in school.
The article emphasizes that there needs to be a good balance between academics and athletics for high school athletes. That basic point is very valid and a good one.
Will, most college sports athletic directors understand sports economics very well and definitely operate their departments like a business. I guess we know how wrestling has fared when they do that.
