Persuasive+Essay-+Michael+K

By: Michael K

Although professional athletes are very talented, I think that the best players should play. If that means allowing high school athletes to be drafted professionally, I’m all for it. Some high school athletes have just as much talent as the pros. Also, some kids never go to college and never get the chance to compete in sports. High school athletes deserve the opportunity to play sports at the professional level.

First, a high school athlete could have just as much talent as a pro. I personally think that for the pros to be entertaining to watch, high school athletes should be allowed to play in the pros. I also believe that for pro sports to become more competitive and appealing for more people to watch, high school athletes should play at the professional level. I think this because if more people know a person who got drafted out of high school, I know I’d want to watch them.

Another reason I think high school athletes should be allowed to get drafted by the pros is because some high school kids drop out of school right before college. Some kids are also not able to afford college or are not academically skilled enough to get in. Those few kids might be fully capable of getting drafted by a professional sports team.

Anyone, including high school athletes, deserve to do what they love and make a living at it. I honestly think that high school athletes deserve to play at the pro level if they are good enough. Not all are ready, but those who are should not be penalized because of their age, but given the opportunity. I know I would want the chance to get to the big stage as soon as possible.

Obviously this is a big debate, but I have stated my side. I want professional sports to be at the best level it can be with the most talented athletes. Professional sports should include the best talent, whether you’re in high school, college, or beyond.