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Single-Path Fallacy

The Single-Path Fallacy is the belief that there is only one viable path—becoming a professional athlete—for a talented young athlete. This mindset leads parents (and sometimes the athlete themselves) to become overly focused on a narrow, high-risk future, often overlooking the importance of diversified development in academics, personal skills, or alternative career options.

302,000

There are currently 302,000 high school golfers in the US

Only 2.5% of all high school golfers will play at the NCAA Division I level

7,600

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Only 1% of all NCAA Division I golfers make it professionally

The statistics speak for themselves and state the importance of balancing golf ambitions with academics and personal development. This is why Foundation 59 is committed to promoting academic success and personal development, so that every athlete has a strong future beyond golf. We are about More than just golf.

A 2019 NCAA study found that over 75% of college athletes do not see professional athletics as a likely career path by the time they graduate, underscoring the importance of educational and career preparation for life after sports.

75%

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