I just want to play college basketball and have no intention of going pro, so i cant afford to miss classes of the course i have taken.
SUPPOSE i get selected by one of the colleges to play for them, then would i be missing classes? if yes then how many? will i be able to catch up on missed classes?
2007-01-20 02:35:36 · 5 answers · asked by Jack Slater 1 in Education & Reference ➔ Higher Education (University +)
I'm not intimately familiar with this, as I have never played college basketball.
However, I believe that the time/travel/practice requirement will vary from university to university.
For example, at a top-flight college basketball program, there may be more practice requirements and also more travel requirements for tourneys and so forth.
Also, certain school may place more of a priority on academics for their athletes than other schools. Different school will have different policies on tutoring and missed classes. But all schools are going to recognize that some student athletes may miss class from time to time due to athletic commitments. The univeristy recognizes this, they know what an asset athletics can be to a school, and they will be happy to accomodate you. The accomodation can take the form of tutors, giving you your assignments before-hand, or make up exams/classes. Just be sure to address any missed classes/assignments with the professor. Don't just ignore the class and hope for the best.
All in all, (assuming you are hard-working and relatively intelligent), you should have no problem playing basketball and thriving academically. Just make sure to discuss this potential issue with the head coach and school administrators before committing to the school. Find out about their policies on student athletes, and do not be afraid to ask questions. Then be prepared to work hard, take classes you enjoy, and you will do great.
Good luck.
2007-01-20 02:53:14 · answer #1 · answered by Mind of Clyde 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't have any first-hand knowledge. My understanding is that when you're on a college sports team -- particularly the top Division I teams -- while you do miss classes during the school year, they make SURE that you keep up your studies and grades and you attend school over the summer to stay up on your courses. I know of a football player at Dartmouth who took one less course during the fall; that's one of the ways they accommodate the sports schedule.
Are you being recruited by any schools at this point? If so, you should certainly ask them about how the mix of sports and academics is managed. Ask the sports contacts, and ask the admissions department as well. If you aren't being recruited but are considering some schools, contact the admissions department and speak with them about it.
2007-01-20 02:45:54 · answer #2 · answered by Shars 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You may miss classes - but it is actually highly irregular that you do - most college basketball players (as I remember them in my classes) missed classes because they just chose to bunk class from time to time. It really up to you whether you make it to your classes or not.
Good Luck!!!
2007-01-20 02:54:59 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
well what do you love more...getting a career or being able to play basketball? Atleast if you stick with your studies you'll have a future to turn on. But just compare both things. neg. vs. pos. and decide =]
2007-01-20 02:48:41 · answer #4 · answered by swimchick2012olympics 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
tuition soccer. far more interesting. i dont even trouble looking another game. considering the fact that while i try to watch one other game i'm unfortunately dissapointed. not anything compares to tuition soccer.
2016-09-07 21:27:47 · answer #5 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋