Even more infrequently, such an attempt becomes successful. Here at San Jose State University, there exists a textbook example of this rare phenomenon. Effort and execution have resulted in a success story we can be proud of. Examples of what they may be asked to pay for include uniforms, transportation and facility rentals. Not only do these athletes need to pay for things that funded athletes take for granted, but those who participate often hold down jobs and have families and loved ones who may want to see them every so often, just as athletes in funded programs do.
College athletes are also in the middle of completing degrees.
In addition, club athletes generally do not receive scholarships, as do some athletes in funded programs. By winning a trip to the NCAA postseason, the rugby team has done what the several funded programs have failed to do. Beyond that, the spirit of sport is exemplified at almost every level involved on the team. The team is a success story that the students, staff and faculty at this university should get behind and support to the best of their abilities. College sports, in theory, are at a level of pure competition, free from contract disputes and salary arbitration.