Athletes

Colleges & Universities United States Military Academy - West Point
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<p><a href=“http://www.recordonline.com/archive/2005/04/29/armystory.html[/url]”>http://www.recordonline.com/archive/2005/04/29/armystory.html&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

<p>Here is an article with some more details.</p>

<p>Some summary points:

  • USMA is now on par with USNA and USAFA in relationship to this issue
  • USNA has had this rule in place since Nov. 2000 but no athelete has used it (so likely limited applicablility at USMA also)
  • there is still a service commitment (2 yr. active / 6 yr. reserve)
  • the pro team would likely have to reimburse the Academy for the education cost
  • look at the recognition that Navy has gotten through David Robinson’s pro career</p>