Sports can detract from education

I write from the prospective of someone who lettered in four different sports while going through the School District of Lancaster.

While I see SOME value in sports – it’s my feeling that the emphasis placed on sports has created false realities and dreams for many. The result of this poor prioritization is a de-emphasis on academics and the fleeting stardom of many.

Kids should be told that they will advance in life because of education – not because they can toss a ball into a hoop.