Looks to me as though there needs to be a review of how West point, Annaopolis, and Colorado Springs appointments are doled out.
I'm curious about the competition to get in now.
This is a rural county, I remember county kids going to the
academy's as rare. Only one every few years from our 5 districts
combined. Now it seems as if the biggest school (150-200/grade)
sends at least 1 per year. The others frequently do also.
Most seem to got to West Point.
Not near as many to Anapolis or Colorado Springs.
Quite a few are "athletic scholarships". WTF that means, I'm not sure.
But I fear it's a free education, to play ball, without the later strings.
Sounds about right.
One of the most prestigious educations a person could get.
Free.
On the taxpayers dime.
Out of the military budget.
For some meathead to carry a ball.
Without the subsequent requirement to serve.
