text: I feel that it is important for students to partake in sports even if they have a 'C' average. For me, and many others, sports are a way to help kids get at least 60 minutes of exercise a day which is the recommended amount by most pediatricians. Taking away the privilege to play sports, may take away their exercise and add to the growing problem of childhood obesity. Also this may not encourage students to improve their grades, but to give up entirely if they are no longer on a team. Further more a 'C' grade average is a passing grade as long as students are passing the class they should be allowed to play. Sports are also a social outlet for many. Their sports teammates are also, most of the time, their closest friends. Taking away sports for students could be like taking away their friends.