Geismar (La.) Dutchtown High School safety Landon Collins announced his college choice last week during the Under Armor High School Football All America Game. The New Orleans native had narrowed his decision to two schools - Louisiana State University (LSU) and the University of Alabama. In the video below, Collins discusses the process he went through and ultimately announces his decision (email subscribers click here). Pay close attention to his family's reaction. Please refer to the title of this post and remember it. It's not about us as adults. This young man has done well enough on and off the field to have his choice of the two schools playing for college football's national championship. He chose Alabama. So, what? Collins will get a free education. His games will be on national television and I'm sure pro scouts already have him on their radar. However, his mother is acting as if someone just stole her bike. She even starts cheering for the school he didn't choose.
When Dari Nowkhah of ESPN asked Collins about the LSU fan reaction back home, did you catch what he said? "...I guess she'll still supports me." While Nowkhah asked about fans in general, Collins' answer was specific. He only cares that his mom supports him and it's clear she does not. Other family members come in toward the end to hug him, but the hurt on the young man's face is evident. Parents, it's about what's best for the kids. Whether they're playing Division I football or they're the back-up linebacker on their middle school team, we are the support system.
Never should a kid feel alone when sitting next to his mother. Our kids should always feel like they are the greatest gift we were ever given. I've heard parents say they'd run through a brick wall for their son or daughter. Well, sometimes they don't need that. Sometimes, they just need a hug. Until next time...
Be a Good Sport!
-Sol
Wednesday, 11 January 2012
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