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Moneys not a problem for the Bells.
so why not go to collage play baseball and get a education.
so why not go to collage play baseball and get a education.
I have seen this kid play many times and he has all the tools.. However I know his parents value education very much however it would be hard for me too turn now a 7 figure number in front of me.. I know he will do great with whatever decision he makes though..
Seems like a typical Boras move to me. I hope it is true though. Sure would like to have him on my team this summer.
My boy was fortunate enough to play with Josh at Jesuit this year. Great kid and great family. It is true because Josh told his teammates at the end of our last game that he was doing this.
I appreciate and applaud them for their value of a great education, however, as I mentioned to Mr. Bell, it would be a "no brainer" for most to take the money.
No doubt that he will still be selected high in the draft in 3 years if he is successful at UT, but in my opinion, the risk of an injury is far too great, and the last thing you want to do is look back and say "what if".
I appreciate and applaud them for their value of a great education, however, as I mentioned to Mr. Bell, it would be a "no brainer" for most to take the money.
No doubt that he will still be selected high in the draft in 3 years if he is successful at UT, but in my opinion, the risk of an injury is far too great, and the last thing you want to do is look back and say "what if".
quote:No doubt that he will still be selected high in the draft in 3 years if he is successful at UT, but in my opinion, the risk of an injury is far too great, and the last thing you want to do is look back and say "what if".
True, Marcos. But, do you ever think Josh Hamilton's parents...or Josh himself...have said "what if we had sent Josh to college instead of the pros"? He clearly wasn't ready for the "pro life". I wish Mr. Josh Bell the best...sounds like an outstanding individual.
Got a blog post about it:
http://highschoolsportsblog.da...ill-get-drafted.html
Down in that post, there's a link to a ProspectWire story, about guys who've turned down 1st round money from 1965 to 2001. It's a pretty sobering list.
I wish him the best in what ever he decides. After all, it's his decision.
http://highschoolsportsblog.da...ill-get-drafted.html
Down in that post, there's a link to a ProspectWire story, about guys who've turned down 1st round money from 1965 to 2001. It's a pretty sobering list.
I wish him the best in what ever he decides. After all, it's his decision.
Why do I have three 70's songs running through my head on this thread. One by Steve Miller, Warren Zevon and Pink Floyd.
Any guesses?
Ok, for most of you young ones, maybe a Billy Idol 80's song might help ya as well.
And, for you really old guys what about the O'Jays?
Any guesses?
Ok, for most of you young ones, maybe a Billy Idol 80's song might help ya as well.
And, for you really old guys what about the O'Jays?
The Bells are smart people. They are advised by Boras. People, this is a negotiation.
Do you think Bell wants to go down to Austin to learn how to take and sac bunt?
I could be wrong, but I dont think we will see young Bell in Austin any time soon...
Do you think Matt Purke at TCU wants a do-over?
Whoooop!
Ags
Do you think Bell wants to go down to Austin to learn how to take and sac bunt?
I could be wrong, but I dont think we will see young Bell in Austin any time soon...
Do you think Matt Purke at TCU wants a do-over?
Whoooop!
Ags
Very few will every have the opportunity to make this type of decision and I applaud Josh for putting in the work to earn it. IMHO, an education is always going to be available. First round money may not be. And for those thinking that type of money is hard for a young person to grasp and handle; you're correct. However, I'm willing to bet the difference between a 18 y/o H.S. grad and a 21 y/o college grad will be minimal. I'm not sure what the average time in the minors is for a first rounder, but I would think starting that journey earlier would allow for more "prime athletic" function (increasing possible career time in majors). Seven figures will probably more than cover the 5 year earning potential of a B.S. degree. I know for a fact it does for a B.S., M.S., and Ph.D.!