We can stop. Jocks are not unlike any of their other peers. Simply look at the crowds at the more alluring events. They remain solid relative to our state in the late 1990s, and the vast majority of them are students. Even the athletes themselves realize they cannot alienate their peers, who are the basis of high school attendance.
Teenagers enjoy performing in front of other teenagers.
They understand they are in it together. But no worse, either, as we don't need anymore examples or shows of strength. Then move on. You're getting too big for this, Colorado. Go play and compete.