College Athletes Drinking Policy

[kre25]

Should College Athletes be asked to NOT Drink during an Athletic Season or while in preparation for their Season?

It seems like it only causes problems to me!!!

[gamecockfandrew]

The question on the OP and the question on the poll are contradicting.

[Gamecock_Aholic]

i think so, i think they should have rules about drinking on the team. i mean, i guess in all reality, they're only hurting themselves. but i think there should be some sort of rule or policy. just me though

[Gamecock303]

I dont think there should be a policy on it (what happened in america to letting people make their own decisions?), however I think the players should know better than to do it.

and gamecock_aholic they aren't only hurting themselves, they are hurting their teammates and the fans (although the fans shouldn't really matter), if they get caught doing stupid stuff and subsequently get suspended.

[Luke Skycocker]

I say that they should not drink during the season.

[ShutTheSuccop]

if they are 21 then they should be treated like any other 21 year old...however I think that those under 21 should refanin from drinking (which I realize is not going to happen)

[kre25]

The question on the OP and the question on the poll are contradicting.

I am Sorry for that:club:, I should have proof read it better!:thumbsup:

It seems so far that most are choosing the 3rd option, so maybe the results haven't been effected TOO Bad!

[stiffolcock]

if i were a coach, i would ask they avoid it. i would however reserve the right to have them run stadiums until the hangover was gone.

[The Gamecock Outlaw]

I dont think there should be a policy on it (what happened in america to letting people make their own decisions?), however I think the players should know better than to do it.

So I guess people should be able to show up on the job drunk then?

No. If what you do affects others then it should be controlled. When they do stupid things by getting drunk and causing themselves to get suspended from the team or games or what have you, then it affects the whole team not just them so they are bringing the team down with them. Just like someone would do on a job site. And before anyone says they aren't getting paid like those on a job site are, these kids are getting a great education for free if they are on a scholly. So they are getting paid.

[Gamecock303]

So I guess people should be able to show up on the job drunk then?

No. If what you do affects others then it should be controlled. When they do stupid things by getting drunk and causing themselves to get suspended from the team or games or what have you, then it affects the whole team not just them so they are bringing the team down with them. Just like someone would do on a job site. And before anyone says they aren't getting paid like those on a job site are, these kids are getting a great education for free if they are on a scholly. So they are getting paid.

Im sorry I didnt make my point clear, let them make their own decisions...if they make bad ones, then punish them...like it or not these "kids" are adults and at some point they need to learn that there are consequences for their actions (the longer we delay teaching them this the worse off they are gonna be in the long run). I know I say this from my own experience...I am in college and all throughout my college years so far I have pretty much dicked around and done whatever I want (with no consequences)...now that I am facing the real world I have kinda screwed myself. maybe if I hadnt made all of those dumb decisions I would be in a better position...but I cant go back and change the past all I can do is learn from my mistakes.

[MEGA]

Should College Athletes be asked to NOT Drink during an Athletic Season or while in preparation for their Season?

It seems like it only causes problems to me!!!

Make sure you ask this question at PAWS DINER !!

[believeinsteve2117]

You would think that if they are on scholarship to play a sport than they would be smart enough to not do anything to chance losing that scholarship. That's how I would feel if I were on scholarship

[kre25]

Make sure you ask this question at PAWS DINER !!

This is not a Clemson or SC question, it is College Athletics question for all over the U.S.

I just think that the Coaches and Athletes should have an understanding that you do not drink or do drugs while preparing for or during a season!!

And yes MEGA I would hold those standards for Clemson if I were the HC!!:thumbsup:

[SNEEZ]

As a coach, I DO have the ability to tell them what to do when to do it and HOW to do it.

I say 21+ can drink BUT THE FIRST PROBLEM No more drinking, 2nd time 3 game suspension, 3rd time bye bye boy.

Anyone under 21 drinking automatic 6 game suspension first offense, second offense under 21 bye bye boy.

thats as close to 0 tolerance and I think you can be, yes they are young kids, YES they are goign to drink...but dont go to a bar, have a few beers w your boys OUT OF THE LIMELIGHT.

[ColaCock]

So I guess people should be able to show up on the job drunk then?

No. If what you do affects others then it should be controlled. When they do stupid things by getting drunk and causing themselves to get suspended from the team or games or what have you, then it affects the whole team not just them so they are bringing the team down with them. Just like someone would do on a job site. And before anyone says they aren't getting paid like those on a job site are, these kids are getting a great education for free if they are on a scholly. So they are getting paid.

What in the hell happened to your reading comprehension skills? Trying to equate showing up to work drunk is like saying we have had a case of the players be on the field drunk during the game. Ridiculous. I can get drunk Saturday night and go to work Monday.

If they are 21, they are grown and should be able to legally drink an alcoholic beverage if they please. They should, as the law must see it, be responsible enough just like everyone else to control how much they drink and the actions that come along with being intoxicated or around environments that provide alcohol.

We can't babysit these young adults. There are going to always be bad apples in any organization in life. It is how the world is. Expecting someone to just be a complete different person for 4 years is out of the question and a silly notion. You can only educate players, have the coaches and mentors lead by example, and provide an atmosphere that disciplines mistakes...then address the problem if it happens and move on.

For some reason, some Carolina fans seem to think that our team gets into trouble more than the average team. Not true.

[USCgamecocks]

In my opinion during the athletic season no athlete should drink, it is going to hurt your performance and recovery from performance. Simple medical fact. However if you attempt to institute and enforce such a rule for those over 21 it tends to blow up in your face. This is the type of thing that needs to be instituted by the leaders on your team as a silent rule to be better as a team together by abstaining from alcohol as a group for the common good.

[The Gamecock Outlaw]

What in the hell happened to your reading comprehension skills? Trying to equate showing up to work drunk is like saying we have had a case of the players be on the field drunk during the game. Ridiculous. I can get drunk Saturday night and go to work Monday.

If they are 21, they are grown and should be able to legally drink an alcoholic beverage if they please. They should, as the law must see it, be responsible enough just like everyone else to control how much they drink and the actions that come along with being intoxicated or around environments that provide alcohol.

We can't babysit these young adults. There are going to always be bad apples in any organization in life. It is how the world is. Expecting someone to just be a complete different person for 4 years is out of the question and a silly notion. You can only educate players, have the coaches and mentors lead by example, and provide an atmosphere that disciplines mistakes...then address the problem if it happens and move on.

For some reason, some Carolina fans seem to think that our team gets into trouble more than the average team. Not true.

Does you getting drunk on Saturday effect your whole job and everyone at your job on Monday? Cause their decision to get drunk on the weekend can.

[The Dude]

Does you getting drunk on Saturday effect your whole job and everyone at your job on Monday? Cause their decision to get drunk on the weekend can.

If I were to make a stupid decision while drunk on saturday night that results with me being on jail- yes, people I work with could be affected, like if it prevents me from being available monday.

If I get drunk saturday night without any incidents- then no one is affected. Same way with the football players.

Thatd be like saying having a kid could impact their ability to focus and contribute to the team- so we must create a rule restricting college athletes from getting laid. Absolutely ridiculous.

[The Gamecock Outlaw]

This the reason why rules are created though cause people can't do anything responsibly.

[SNEEZ]

Physiologically...it takes your body about 3 days to fully recovery from alcohol...just throwing that out there

[ColaCock]

This the reason why rules are created though cause people can't do anything responsibly.

People can do things responsibly. It is just a bit naive to expect EVERYONE to do all things responsibly all the time. You have had your own moments I am sure, although I know you look down upon alcohol and drugs...but in some way or another, you have done something irresponsible. Only difference is when you committed the act, no one cared enough to report it in the largest paper in the state.

[McNasty]

they should 100% be ASKED not to drink, but if they're of legal age it should be their decision. at that age, with that much spotlight on you in such a power position, they should show that they are mature enough to either not do it during the season or do it sparingly and at times that dont interfere with the team and their performance. a 21 year old D1A football player should be mature enough and understand when it is and isn't right to do it.

however, i do think the coaches should take their leadership position and tell the players it'd be best if they didn't but that it's their responsibility if they're of age.

now, if they aren't of age, they shouldn't be allowed to, if for nothing else, legal reasons. the typical underage college students that drink aren't mature and responsible enough to drink at the right time or handle themselves properly. they should be held to a rule that keeps it away from them as much as possible.

[The Gamecock Outlaw]

People can do things responsibly. It is just a bit naive to expect EVERYONE to do all things responsibly all the time. You have had your own moments I am sure, although I know you look down upon alcohol and drugs...but in some way or another, you have done something irresponsible. Only difference is when you committed the act, no one cared enough to report it in the largest paper in the state.

I haven't done anything that is against the law. That's the big difference. I have done stuff that my parents consider wrong. But not something the state government considers wrong. Like being drunk in public or resisting arrest.