I have to disagree with you a little RHP05, why does a borderline kid stand to gain more from a college experience? Granted, some kids don't have to bust their butt to get good grades, and some kids who do bust their butt still get poor grades. However, most kids who play sports and get good grades do so through hard work and good time management. Too many high school athletes (most definately not all or even the norm) spend a disportionate amount of time working on their field skills, and while others are hitting the books, they are out hitting the ball. The pros are looking for good athletes/poor students because they don't have to contend with a college education getting in the way of their perspective player. You wouldn't want an athlete who hasn't done his work on the field, why should a college want an athlete who hasn't done his work in the classroom?