The tremendous amount of revenues generated by collegiate athletic department come just like the professional sports league. The school sells tickets to sports fans and earn enormous amount of money through television and media rights. Where does all those money go to? Every single dollar goes to coaches and school facilities. I wasn’t surprised when Dr. Todd told us that top ten highest paid people in Texas is all coaches except one person. So, should part of that money also go to collegiate athletes?
I was thinking what if collegiate athletes are getting paid by school. Then what will be the difference between collegiate and professional sport league? Student athletes might focus on getting paid rather than obtaining education in the college, which it is definitely denying the mission of the college. Should seniors get more pay than the freshmen? Should NCAA allow schools to buy or trade collegiate athletes just like in the pro league? Many problems are expected if collegiate athletes are allowed to get paid. Therefore, the school can use the funds for student athletes’ graduate degree or other financial support such as starting a business and making payment on house.
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