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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]It takes a ton of discipline and hard work to excel in athletics and academics. Why wouldn't a top school want someone like this rather than a student who only excelled in academics? As an employer, I would take the scholar/athlete over the scholar (with slightly higher stats) any day of the week because it's simply harder to be excellent at both than to be a little bit better at just academics.[/quote] This. The few elite athletes I know have been playing their sport since elementary school for many hours per week and to the exclusion of many other activities. Don't underestimate the drive it takes. That is something that should be considered in college admissions.[/quote] Both of the above are true. A person who can expend lots of physical energy in athletic pursuits and still excel academically stands out. Colleges know a student with that background is likely to be successful and a strong addition to their class. [/quote]
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