>Funny how the conclusion that someone is "talented" or "naturally" good at something is always observed in retrospect. There's plenty of athletes that were pl

>Funny how the conclusion that someone is "talented" or "naturally" good at something is always observed in retrospect. There's plenty of athletes that were plucked out of relative obscurity and went on to have enormous success. Hakeem Olajuwon, as an example, didn't play basketball until he was 15 but his height and athleticism were recognized. Antonio Gates didn't play football in college but was signed to the NFL. Ultimately he became one of the best TEs ever. These are unusual cases precisely because it is easy to recognize talent and usually the best talent is put on the path from an early age.