Thursday, March 5, 2009

100 Most Influential Student-Athletes

The NCAA has put out a list of the 100 most influential student-athletes and the good news is that Magic Johnson made the list, clocking in at 74.  Here is the criteria used: 

The NCAA defines the 100 Most Influential Student-Athletes as those who have made a significant impact or major contributions to society.
I would say that Magic has made a significant impact and major contributions, so he definitely deserves to be on the list.  But wait, what's that?  Who's right above him on the list???


Bird?  Are you kidding me?  I get the "significant impact" part, but it only applies to "Bird the Athlete."  Magic Johnson is still a major sports personality and his charitable work has been hugely beneficial to everyone involved.  The fact that they were even paired together is a farce.  The guys on the selection committee probably thought it was funny....

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