MikeInClifton
02-21-2008, 12:39 PM
Although the article is sprinkled with words like 'Ohio State' and 'Matta', the real topic is the NCAA APR and the challenges presented to big time basketball programs.
Trying to fix the national problem of APR in men's basketball (http://blog.cleveland.com/sports/2008/02/ohio_state_basketball_and_acad.html)
Some select quotes -
"It would take some guts, but there are better ways to help athletes and to help schools stay above board in their pursuit of elite players who aren't great students."
"During a 90-minute presentation from two NCAA representatives. . . . academic survival, for players and basketball programs, was the primary point."
". . . half of the high school counselors [Matta] talks to have no idea about the "core courses" required for future college athletes."
Trying to fix the national problem of APR in men's basketball (http://blog.cleveland.com/sports/2008/02/ohio_state_basketball_and_acad.html)
Some select quotes -
"It would take some guts, but there are better ways to help athletes and to help schools stay above board in their pursuit of elite players who aren't great students."
"During a 90-minute presentation from two NCAA representatives. . . . academic survival, for players and basketball programs, was the primary point."
". . . half of the high school counselors [Matta] talks to have no idea about the "core courses" required for future college athletes."