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By Isabelle Robuck, Swimming World College Intern.<\/em><\/p>\n

As fall sports season is in full swing, it\u2019s inevitable that one of the most popular debates is soon to arise again – whether or not student athletes should be getting paid. While many agree that athletes deserve some sort of stipend, other believe that money takes away the value behind amateurism.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s no secret that athletes bring in revenue to their universities. According to a\u00a0conversation<\/a>\u00a0by The Aspen Institution, the projected revenue for major conferences in 2020 (like the Big Ten, Big 12 and SEC) exceeds $2.8 billion. Going further down the list, 76 percent of Division I schools make less than $50 million in athletic revenue, and 44 percent make less than $20 million.<\/p>\n

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Photo Courtesy: Becca Wyant<\/p><\/div>\n

The Breakdown<\/h2>\n

So, what exactly does it mean to pay college athletes? There are several different forms of income that student athletes can receive. Athletic scholarships are the most universal and legal form of payment for athletes today. These scholarships can cover a number of different items, such as tuition fees, room and board and course-related books. Scholarships can cover a portion, if not all, of these costs.<\/p>\n

The NCAA is making bounds toward another form of payment; the Olympic model<\/a>\u00a0would give college athletes the ability to access the commercial-free market through endorsement deals and other individual advertising opportunities. This takes away the power of payment from the college and puts it in the hands of the athletes and their sponsors instead.<\/p>\n

How many people buy into this proposed model? In an NCAA survey<\/a>, 69 percent of the public and 61 percent of sports fans are opposed to paying college athletes. Furthermore, 53 percent of the public and 62 percent of sports fans are less than likely to watch or attend sporting events if popular players are paid more than non-popular players.<\/p>\n

Let\u2019s really get into it now. Below are a few pros and cons of paying collegiate athletes.<\/p>\n

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Photo Courtesy: Peter H. Bick<\/p><\/div>\n

The Pros of Paying Student Athletes<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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  1. Being in a sport is like a full-time job. From spending countless hours in the pool, court or on the field to the classroom, athletes don\u2019t get much down time to regroup or rebuild. Practices are lengthy and difficult and the mornings are early. Do they ever receive much of a break? Not really.<\/li>\n
  2. As stated earlier, student athletes bring in a serious income for their school; they\u2019re practically part of their university’s advertising team. While schooling and education is important, a lot of college decisions are made based on the school\u2019s athleticism and whether or not the student is proud to wear their team’s logo. Not to mention, nationally televised events bring their university into focus for everyone watching, regardless if they win or not.<\/li>\n
  3. Although athletes can attest that missing class isn\u2019t always a sad thing, sometimes it can be detrimental to their grades. During midterm and finals week, piling on homework, tests, and projects isn\u2019t the easiest to deal with, especially when athletes are expected to perform at their best. While most professors are understanding of the situation, it\u2019s hard to find the time to make up a missed test on top of everything else going on.<\/li>\n
  4. It\u2019s no secret that coaches are a huge factor in their athletes’ performance. Coaches usually receive salaries based on their team\u2019s relevance and value to the university; when their team performs exceptionally well, coaches may receive a bonus of some sort. Most of the time, the athletes don\u2019t get to see much of that bonus, because it goes straight to the coaches and their efforts rather than the team itself.<\/li>\n
  5. Financial support seems to be one the biggest reasons to pay athletes. While athletes come from many different backgrounds, financial support can not only benefit the athletes but also their families. With proper funds, athletes would be able to afford decent meals and other daily living expenses; they could possibly even send money back home to help family as well.<\/li>\n
  6. When it comes down to it, athletics is the heart and soul of athletes. They put their bodies on the line every day for their sport. They push past their limits constantly. Sometimes, it leads to career-ending injuries and even fatality. In February of 2017, Division II national champion swimmer and Drury University’s Wen \u201cAriel\u201d Xu<\/a><\/strong> passed away after suffering a medical emergency during swim practice. Like Xu, many athletes have given their lives for the sport they love, and that\u2019s really something to think about.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
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    Photo Courtesy: Rob Schumacher- USA TODAY Sports<\/p><\/div>\n

    The Cons of Paying Student Athletes<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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    1. Athletes already receive scholarships, which is a form of payment. Although they aren\u2019t receiving a check at the end of every week, the funds are going toward what\u2019s important – academics and living. Not to mention, some athletes receive athletic gear supporting their team along with properly regulated meals.<\/li>\n
    2. Giving athletes direct compensation also loosens the regulation of financial funds. With a paycheck straight to pocket and no sort of guidance, it\u2019s hard to distinguish between what athletes want and what they actually need. Perhaps instead of paying for rent one month, they might buy a bigger TV or another gaming system because they have the money sitting around.<\/li>\n
    3. If athletes do receive a salary, who regulates compensation among team members? As stated earlier, 62 percent of sports fans are less likely to watch or attend sporting events if popular players are paid more than non-popular players. Who decides a fair yet competitive rate to pay? Plus, it\u2019s only fair that everyone who is part of the team gets paid equally, right?<\/li>\n
    4. Money can play a large part in an athlete\u2019s decision when it comes to recruiting. Athletes would look at universities based on how high they\u2019re willing to pay rather than the actual culture, educational basis and overall fit of the school may make an unwise decision. Although the money may seem nice at first, athletes tend to run into hiccups and road bumps that can soon result in either a transfer to a different school or an overall end of career.<\/li>\n
    5. Giving athletes a salary naturally changes the overall nature of the sport. College athletes aren\u2019t professionals. If money becomes the leading motive, athletes may lose the hunger and passion that pushes them at the end of a close competition. People value amateurism for what it is, and money could very well take that away.<\/li>\n
    6. Paying athletes pulls at their incentive to put effort into their education and go to class. Sure, it isn\u2019t always fun, but putting a salary behind the term “student athlete” really takes away the college feel of being an athlete. They may fall deeper and deeper in their sport being a job rather than an opportunity.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      There are two sides to every argument. What do you think? Should college athletes get paid?<\/p>\n

      All commentaries are the opinion of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Swimming World Magazine nor its staff.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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