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Subject: Re: The Dawning of a New Age in Ivy League Sports

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Date Posted: 15:44:24 12/31/24 Tue
In reply to: An Observer 's message, "The Dawning of a New Age in Ivy League Sports" on 12:00:41 12/31/24 Tue

Agreed. The Ivy League “package” remains highly desirable and can, and should, be leveraged by Ivy football coaches. Beyond just academics, Ivy football has the potential to set a standard of excellence in competitive, amateur sports, embodying the ideal of multidimensional “renaissance men” who excel both on and off the field.

This Ancient Greek-like ideal—balancing intellect, athleticism, and character—could resonate even more in today’s college football landscape. For recruits and fans alike, it offers something unique and enduring in contrast to the increasingly commercialized world of college sports.

While reforms are undoubtedly needed, the Ivy League’s ability to provide an unparalleled undergraduate experience, world-class education, and a lifelong alumni network positions it to thrive if these values are emphasized. In a way, NILs and the transfer portal might push the Ivies to fully embrace and deliver on these promises.

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Author: sparman [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: 17:58:42 12/31/24 Tue Perhaps my glasses are rose colored, but I don't think most of America hates the ivies. I think they hate some of the attitudes they see, like disdain for "flyover" states. There are too many students trying to get in our schools from those states to convince me they hate us. [ Post a Reply to This Message ]