fierce
competition
unfair
advantage
academic
students
accomplished
sportspeople
detrimental
effect
raise
the issue of
less-priviledged
backgrounds
foster a sense
of pride
attract
sponsorships
give
the opportunity
discriminate
against
achieve
high grades
be accepted
to college
improve
performance
the subject of much
controversy
pursue
a career
financial
rewards
make
sacrifices
fair
play
illegal
drugs
positive
role models
no guarantee
of success
compete
for glory