The game beyond the field

The game beyond the field

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To be a professional athlete is a dream that a rare few will ever experience.  It’s a privileged journey that one never forgets and a lifestyle that often defies reality.  As a spectator, I admire the incredible willpower of an athlete; but, I’m dumbfounded at their lack of foresight.  According to Sports Illustrated, ‘a whopping 78% of NFL players will declare bankruptcy or face joblessness and divorce a mere two years after they finish their career.  NBA players face a similar fate at a 60% rate within five years of retirement.’  Former MLB player Doug Glanville is one who clearly gets it.  His major league career was a mere stepping stone to a much bigger future; here’s his story.