And that is not to blame them for being unable "at that age" to appreciate the life time benefits of a quality education.
No coach ever could woo kids to an institution of higher learning who are more fixated on instant gratification.
Coach Freeman understood and appreciated what ND stands for and is able to offer and he seems sanguine with his situation.
As long as the team plays to its actual potential and the Coach continues to exhibit class and integrity I am perfectly content.