Its not about wanting more, its just the principle. We are ran by a capitalistic system, where MONEY is exchanged for services. Yes other bartering means is out there, but these players have earned their money. They are adults and should be given their money to spend how they see fit instead of the university deciding for them. If a program is bringing in a profit, why cant the students or players receive any? Instead they get a 'full ride'.

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Posted by VoxDawg

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Posted on 1/20/14 at 1:03 pm to dawgsjw

Again, though - if they manage their shite while they're in school, not only will they get their education that they've earned, but they'll get those millions that the school enabled them to earn by giving their athletic abilities a platform.

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Posted by meansonny

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Posted on 1/20/14 at 1:06 pm to dawgsjw

Careful what you wish for....

If these are paid athletes, then they get to pay taxes on their scholarships (compensation for their work). They get to pay taxes on their housing stipend. They get to pay taxes on the unlimited meals. Just like the coaches do for their compensation.

Can the NCAA do more? Yes. There has been pressure for "Cost of Attendance" scholarships which would cover more than currently is.
The pushback are the 100 universities whose athletic programs are in the red right now and are taking money from the universities to stay afloat.

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Posted by DawgsLife

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Posted on 1/20/14 at 5:01 pm to dawgsjw

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Its not about wanting more, its just the principle. We are ran by a capitalistic system, where MONEY is exchanged for services.

Like I said...we could always give them money that covers tuition, room and board and not give it to them. I would support this if they could not go to another school after they smoke and party away all their money and then had to pay for their education.

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If a program is bringing in a profit, why cant the students or players receive any? Instead they get a 'full ride'.

You've gotta be a kid. You have no idea what a full ride is worth, do you? Go work for a few years and try to send your kid to school, then tell us how it isn't worth any money.