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Ongoing UF Softball Commentary

Discussion in 'GatorGrowl's Diamond Gators' started by ocalaman, Feb 20, 2022.

  1. paidinfull

    paidinfull GC Hall of Fame

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    Yep, some kids just want to be on their favorite team, some kids actually want to play, and, in todays game, some will chase the paycheck.
     
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  2. candymanfromgc

    candymanfromgc Moderator VIP Member

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    Have you heard someone might?
     
  3. ocalaman

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    Agree. And some, especially in softball where the chances of making a pro career of it, choose a school based on academics and providing them with a degree they can pursue the career of their dream. I'm pretty sure that's an attraction for at least some of our athletes, especially softball players.
     
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  4. paidinfull

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    It certainly should be.
     
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  5. ufgtr77

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    I believe for the most part CTW has high standards in his recruitment requirements. He recruits extremely talented players, who are high in character and are academic achievers. The record speaks for itself. Great softball skills are needed to meet the expectations in Florida Gator Softball program and intelligence to meet the academic standards that are required for being academically successful at the UF. Note: a majority of the CTM’s athletes make SEC and UF Academic Honor Roll honors. Some of the transfers in the past few years had academic difficulties or meeting the high standards required and expected by CTW and his staff.
     
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