Great accomplishment but why do I get the feeling Dad pushed him into this? I have a friend who competed in the Escape from Alcatraz race with her 12 year old daughter and she didn't have to pay her daughter a dime to want to do it...
While I admire the kid's talent and perseverance, I question whether anyone should be giving this so called record any publicity. That swim is not without risks for adults, and it seems reckless to encourage younger and younger swimmers to try it. This is they kind of thing that go from "impressive" to "tragedy" very easily.
I agree with both of you. Although I was applauding the accomplishment of such a little guy, the same thoughts came to mind as well. The idea of paying (bribing?) your child to do something like that doesn't sit well with me at all. :shakeshead:
Great accomplishment but why do I get the feeling Dad pushed him into this? I have a friend who competed in the Escape from Alcatraz race with her 12 year old daughter and she didn't have to pay her daughter a dime to want to do it...
While I admire the kid's talent and perseverance, I question whether anyone should be giving this so called record any publicity. That swim is not without risks for adults, and it seems reckless to encourage younger and younger swimmers to try it. This is they kind of thing that go from "impressive" to "tragedy" very easily.
I agree with both of you. Although I was applauding the accomplishment of such a little guy, the same thoughts came to mind as well. The idea of paying (bribing?) your child to do something like that doesn't sit well with me at all. :shakeshead:
