text: Being a student athlete doesn't effect grades sure it can make the job harder but only if you choose to. I believe that the new rule should be enforced and followed and their athletes who really care about there future will follow it religiously. If your smart and talented enough to be a student athlete you will make the right decision for your future. So decide what you want to take out of this essay will you make the grade or be left behind while others not as talented as you take your rightful spot. the decision is yours you are the only one with the tools available to pave the road to a successful future.