Nov 27, 2023
6:27:49pm
gopman Truly Addicted User
I've always wondered if it was about money (under the table before NIL).
I had a Tongan roommate who shared that in Poly culture everyone is expected to chip in financially to help the family. That includes the young men.

Since most Samoan/Tongan families are working class/poor the lure of $$$$ from the P5 is tempting especially when your family is in need. Nike $$ at Oregon has had to play a role.

For most white LDS families this isn't an issue. But for immigrant families BYU just doesn't cut it in terms of "support".

I don't fault Poly players & families for looking elsewhere because of the financial benefits.
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Originally posted on Nov 27, 2023 at 6:27:49pm
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