by Ashworth College
The champions’ podium. A gold, silver or bronze medal placed around the neck. The American flag rises over the crowd while the Star Spangled Banner pours from the sound system. What athlete hasn’t fantasized about being recognized for his or her achievements and the years of dedication and hard work? It’s the dream of countless amateur athletes across the country. With the hope of becoming the best in the world, world-class amateur athletes are devoted to their sport. Mostly in their late teens and early 20s, amateur athletes typically dedicate years of their life to training both their body and mind for more hours per week than most of us dedicate to a full-time job. So when do these athletes plan for life after sports and what happens when it’s time to turn in the uniform or hang up the skates? It’s no secret that no matter how talented or driven an athlete is, while their peers are off attending college, securing jobs and building careers, those who compete at the highest levels sacrifice these career-building years in order to stay at the top of their game.
http://www.marketwatch.com/story/non-traditional-education-for-non-traditional-students-2011-11-14
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