The article mentions how long the debate has been going on about whether or not athletes should be considered role models. It also talks about various viewpoints of the idea of athletes as role models. Star athletes such as Mike Tyson and Charles Barkley are both opposed to the idea of role models. The author’s view on the issue is that he uses athletes success as motivation to encourage his children that they can accomplish anything if they put their mind to it. He also says that his kids are his kids and it is his duty to raise them properly and teach them the important values and morals in life, not some rich athlete who is on television.
I agree with the author’s point of view. I also found interesting how far back role models have been worshipped. Ancient Greek Olympians were some of the earliest role models to people. I think parents should be role models not athletes.
