But wait… FUBeAR the Shortsighted was recently told, essentially, that he should feel this way…
“We all gain mutual benefit from the Players’ relationships with Furman, regardless of how long those relationships last or how they culminate academically. As long as we believe the individuals leave Furman as better Men & Women (in some way) and/or with real or perceived better short- and/or long-term opportunities in life (in some way), then we (fans and/or alums) should be pleased and fulfilled by the good work our school is doing for these few individuals and the good feelings those individuals gave us while they were associated with and ostensibly representing Furman.”
…when Furman Athletes depart or are considering departing prior to their expected departure date.
Should we not feel just as ooey-gooey when Furman Coaches depart or are considering departing - regardless of any prior expressions of commitment or loyalty?
NCAA MANUAL
20.10.1 ...intercollegiate athletics...competition in amateur athletics…
20.10.1.2 …maintaining a line of demarcation between student-athletes who participate in the Collegiate Model and athletes competing in the professional model