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<p>This quote, to me, is the most troubling words – I hope the paper didn’t twist or randomly insert these words!</p>
<p>Like a lot of people have mentioned on here…if the original goal was to get to the pros, then USNA was the wrong school. I am not sure if this revelation came before applying or after I-Day. However, knowing that we were in a war before the application process started, it should of been crystal clear that going to the Academy meant going into the service upon commissioning. Thus, why he is blaming the Department of the Navy for taking his chance away, is something I don’t comprehend. All candidates sign the contract (signing the 2-for-7 is really for show…the actual contract is signed before I-Day) knowing what they owe after four years. You can’t point a finger at someone for holding you to your word.</p>
<p>I think it is commendable how he was looking at other possibilities, even though they don’t seem to be working out. </p>
<p>Maybe they can setup a net on the flight deck, bring some baseball gear (find a buddy to catch), and get some practice. Then after five years, instead of being so pessimistic, there is the possibility. If not, life goes on!</p>