I think that's his point - the purpose of an early start is to allow athletics to thrive, the purpose of a late start is to allow academics to thrive. The US h

I think that's his point - the purpose of an early start is to allow athletics to thrive, the purpose of a late start is to allow academics to thrive. The US have high schools with stadiums bigger than those in most towns in Europe, it's clear where your priorities lie.