Guys who spend their offseason doing FIBA/Olympics sometimes draw criticism for not properly resting, especially if they get nagging injuries the next season. And that’s playing the same sport, not an entirely new one.
But your point remains! The next player who plays two sports at once will be a legend.
Loved reading! Learned a lot. I’m enjoying reading your Substacks as a causal sports fan that’s never played myself but loves to watch, it’s great to read your stuff and learn more about it. It is already increasing my joy while watching games!
Fantastic article! Surprised you didn’t bring up 2-sport Atlanta legend Brian Jordan
Also: Guys just want an offseason. They can rest and recover, travel, spend time with family, take on endorsement trips, all of that.
That’s something I hadn’t considered!
1-2-3 Cancun!
Guys who spend their offseason doing FIBA/Olympics sometimes draw criticism for not properly resting, especially if they get nagging injuries the next season. And that’s playing the same sport, not an entirely new one.
But your point remains! The next player who plays two sports at once will be a legend.
Loved reading! Learned a lot. I’m enjoying reading your Substacks as a causal sports fan that’s never played myself but loves to watch, it’s great to read your stuff and learn more about it. It is already increasing my joy while watching games!