Marv Marinovich and the training that he put his son through from birth are regarded as many as too extensive and excessive. Todd Marinovich went from being a superstar quarterback at a private high school to a superstar quarterback at a public school. Attempting to build a superstar athlete out of Todd, he created a jailcell of athleticism. The sad fact that Todd found himself in constant legal trouble following his career at USC is in complete contrast to what Marv had hoped to create/nurture/develop.
With all of that said, it is this type of thinking and parenting that has led American athletics and parenting into a quagmire. As we talked about in class, it is possible that the hyperevaluating and hyperparenting involved in this society has lead athletes away from the joy of the sport to the fear in losing or mediocrity.
Answer the following questions with that in mind:
1) What is the role of a parent in preparing a child for athletics?
2) What is the role of society in preparing a child for athletics? (Consider community, park districts, travel programs, etc.)
3) Do you believe that Todd Marinovich had a successful life? Explain.
4) Where do you see this type of parenting in your own life or here at Fremd (in Palatine/Inverness)?
EACH ANSWER WORTH 5 POINTS FOR A TOTAL OF 20 POINTS.
Due April 22nd!!!!!!
