D3 Athletes

As a Division three athlete myself, I have read many personal testimonies comparing DI and DIII sports. I have have heard the good, the bad, and of course the ugly. I have heard how many think that DIII is just an extension of high school athletics, or how DIII is just an excuse for fraternities and sororities to stay in shape. A few weeks ago I read a truly inspirational testimony about DIII athletes, and it went on to say how DIII athletes are the most dedicated and motivated athletes of all. It had said how us DIII athletes don't get paid, and aren't on scholarships. We play our sport because we love the game, we go to class, then we go to practice or weight lifting, whereas a typical student will leave class and go to sleep or play video games. The testimony really put things in perspective for me. It made me realize that coming here to the Mount is one of the best things that could have happened to me. It has taught me responsibility, organization, and how to put your own personal values into order. I wish I could share that testimony with every DIII athlete, and I will be trying to come across it again. If I find it, I will attach it to the blog.