Quote by Al McGuire

I don't know why people question the academic training of an athlete. Fifty percent of the doctors in this country graduated in the bottom half of their classes.

I don't know why people question the academic training of an

Summary

This quote is highlighting the common tendency to question the academic competence of athletes. It humorously points out the irony of such skepticism by emphasizing that even professionals in esteemed fields like medicine can graduate with varying academic rankings. The statement encourages individuals to avoid underestimating athletes' abilities solely based on their academic background, as academic performance does not exclusively determine one's competence in their chosen field.

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