Blog Post # 7 Summary/Analysis

       The general argument made by director Trevor Martin in his work "Schooled- The Price of College Sports", is that the NCAA is getting away with a fraud of using their student athletes for billions of dollars and not giving the athletes even one cent. He says "not because they are amateurs, it’s because you don’t want to pay them." In this film, Martin is suggesting that the NCAA is using the term amateur as an excuse for not paying the student athletes any money for playing. The athletes put forth a lot of time and effort to stay student athletes and aren't getting any credit. In conclusion, Martin's belief is that the student athletes should receive money for their actions.

In my view, Martin is right because the students dedicate most of their lives to playing for a college team. More specifically, I believe that the student athletes should get money, a real education, and more free time to learn or rest. For example, the students don't get anything for their efforts, so I believe they should get what they deserve for bringing in all the money from their fans. The athletes should get paid a certain percentage of the money that is made because it is completely fair. Although others might object that the athletes should get paid, I maintain that the athletes definitely deserve some money. Therefore, I conclude that because of all the money and fame the players bring to the NCAA, they should receive some of the profit.

Blog Post #7 Rhetorical Precis

        In Trevor Martin's documentary "Schooled-The Price of College Sports" he suggests that the NCAA is not allowing college athletes to get the right education and care they need because they are only concerned with how well they play on the field/court. The director exposes the NCAA by first showing clips of historical sports which displays how important sports are to American history. He then exploits the NCAA by using examples of how the student athletes are being cheated. To conclude he shows videos of students and others affected by this issue. They tell their real life stories and struggles of being student athletes. His purpose is to expose the NCAA issue in order to help the athletes and future athletes with their lives. He seems to have an audience of people who are not informed about the NCAA yet and current student athletes in mind because he wants people to help and for the athletes to be prepared. Personally, I agree with the documentary because the players are being treated unfairly and if they don't make it to the pros, which they most likely wont, they will not have a proper education to succeed without sports in life. I believe the athletes should be given a proper education so they can succeed later in life.

Blog Post #7 Bio

• My name is Danielle Sullivan. 
• When I was about 5 years old, I played soccer and played until I was 14. I also started playing softball when I was 7 years old and stopped just last year at age 14. I played both sports competitively and also recreational league. 
• Currently, I play volleyball for the high school and a club team called Metrowest. High school volleyball was only in the fall, but it was my first year and it ended up being my favorite sport. I made the freshman team and played outside hitter. Our record was 11-4 which was a great season! Metrowest was a tough team to make but I am on a team and play as a middle and outside hitter. We have only played in 1 tournament so far and we went 3-6 which was not that great but we all had fun! Also, I am playing tennis at the moment which is a totally new sport for me. We have only had a few practices but so far it is pretty fun! 
• My favorite athlete is Rita Crockett because she is an all around amazing volleyball player and plays every position. 
• My favorite sports quote is "The pain you feel today will be the strength you feel tomorrow"

Blog Post #6 JJ Nelson

       The general argument made by the author Rovell in his work, "JJ Nelson: Adidas never offered deal", is that Nelson was cheated of a $100,000 profit from Adidas because of specific reasons. He writes, "When Nelson went to the player suite where he had the choice to run in the latest models form Nike, Under Armor and Adidas, he said he chose Adidas not only because the shoes were comfortable but because he was aware of the $100,000 prize." In this passage, Rovell is suggesting that Nelson was completely aware of the deal with Adidas. He specifically wore Adidas when he had the choice of two other great brands of cleats. According to Rovell, Nelson had enough of a commitment to the deal of receiving the $100,000 prize especially because he was the number one runner.  In conclusion, Rovell's belief is that JJ Nelson should have received the prize money because he completed every aspect of the deal. 
       In my view, Rovell is wrong because the deal was made clear to all players to receive the prize. More specifically, I believe that Nelson  did not complete his entire part of the deal, so it was right for him to not get the large profit. Rovell writes, "Adidas said it would pay the top three fastest players who ran the 40-yard dash in its shoes and signed a contract to endorse the brand before they ran $100,000." The statement is clear and specifically says that part of the deal is the players have to sign with Adidas before they run. Nelson failed to sign the contract and in return is not $100,000 richer. He could have easily inherited the money if only he had signed with Adidas. Although Rovell might object that Nelson never had the time to sign the contract so he should get the money, I maintain that even if he never got around to it, he still knew about the deal. Nelson Therefore, I conclude that JJ Nelson was not cheated of $100,000 and was given a completely fair chance to receive the money as all the other runners. 

Blog-Post #5 Sports Newswriting

       Last Thursday, in the gym at Norton High, the boys varsity basketball team came together to defeat the Rockland Bulldogs, sending them home with a nearly 20 point deficit. With this win, the Norton varsity boys will be advancing in the tournament to play the Archies.
       The Norton varsity team shocked many fans as they shot a total of 10 three pointers. Nobody could believe what they had just watched. The whole crowd went wild! On the other hand, the Rockland fans were not as rowdy at that point. For them, it was a sad thing to watch the opposing team shoot so many threes like it was their job. Norton lived up to their high expectations through this game.

       Norton is not a team that disappoints. They were clearly the dominating team during this game. Rockland definitely did not play their best game last Thursday. Did they feel pressured because they were not the home team? The Norton crowd was very rowdy and Rockland could have felt more pressure because of this. In the end, it all depends on who is the better team, and Norton clearly was better in Thursdays game. Norton fought hard and the final score ended as 65-64. Congratulations to the Norton boy's varsity basketball team in advancing even farther into the tournament!