For a few lucky college players, the professional draft for their respective sports is a life changing experience. Going from a college dorm to a million dollar condo is every players dream. But are they ready for the responsibility of being a professional ballplayer AND a celebrity? Do they really comprehend what the new lifestyle brings? Being a professional adds millions of dollars to your bank account but it also adds you to the spotlight. Being in the spotlight is the equivalent of having ZERO privacy. You are almost required to have a “perfect” life. The smallest mistake can turn into the biggest story of the year.
Often, we have seen celebrities get bad press for incidents you and I see occurring daily, especially on a college campus. Simple traffic violations for a celeb can be seen on TMZ, Entertainment Tonight, and any other network that will air the story. What these professional have to remember is that their lives are not considered normal. In college, administration and coaches can have bad grades and DUIs swept under the rug. Life after college is totally different. The players are expected to enjoy life but enjoy it under a high-powered microscope.
While celebs have more responsibility than the average Joe, I do believe they should be free to live their own lives without fear of having their picture being taken during one of life’s awkward moments. Athletes, I also charge you with upholding the standards that those who idolize you believe you posses. Remember the days when you were young, watching your favorite player, hoping, dreaming, wishing that were you in ten years. Don’t take that dream away.
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