Originally Posted by Gov:
Athletes applying ED are able to eliminate the competition in RD. 29-31 ACT baseball players eliminate the 33-34 ACT competition. Attending a top academic institution and continuing to play the game you love.
You got it exactly. You can go through the back door with your name on a list or you can fight to come through the front door with everybody else. If your absolutely sure the school is the right fit then it isn't a tough choice. JMO.