Originally Posted by dcortez

Perhaps. But that's just one way of looking at it.

"Athletes", could become better examples of sustainable (non-self-destructive) physical excellence.

"Professional sports" are mostly corporate entertainment which is about as socially lopsided as most large scale corporate undertakings.

Instead, why not local (non-franchise, no out-of-town ringers) real people sports representing their communities, in a genuine sporting spirit - where playing the game is more valued than winning the game at any cost.

I know, I'm funny that way.