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Originally Posted by Hardknock
It's been said but I'll add too it...
Education first. They'll thank themselves when they're hurt and can't play anymore. Simple as that.
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Except, professional sports can only take place during a VERY limited time period. Educating ones self isn't thus limited. Assuming the parents are willing to back him whenever he goes to school, why not give him the opportunity to make a great deal of money for something that comes naturally. Then
if he does get hurt and needs something to fall back on, college will still be there. You can attend classes with at 30 with a blown knee.
To the best of my knowledge however, professional sports is far from a sure thing, just scouts looking isn't much. Make the plans for school and follow through on everything you need to do until you have a contract in front of you. Don't put all your eggs in that basket until its a sure thing.