Why no DEI in pro sports?

Why is it that only the best of the best, based on ability and merit, get to play and make
the big bucks? It's not my fault I'm only 5'10, why should I not be able to make big bucks
playing in the NBA? Why are us regular people punished? Shouldn't we continue to
get participation trophies in adult life? It's just not fair.....I'm going to my safe space.

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TinyViolins · 31-35, M

Muggsy Bogues was only 5'3. Earl Boykins was 5'5. Spud Webb was 5'6. Calvin Murphy made the Hall of Fame at 5'9

DEI isn't really needed in a league that already allows players from all different backgrounds test their mettle.

Unfortunately, a lot of places in the US don't really have open tryouts or scouting tapes that lets people show off their competency. Haven't you ever heard the expression "it's not what you know, it's who you know"? A lot of people from minority groups don't have the same level of connections that privileged classes do, and therefore aren't given as many opportunities to succeed

I mean, I don't really see anything wrong with giving people a shot if they got the right qualifications

DogMan · 61-69, M

@TinyViolins Your last two words were the most important, "Right Qualifications"

TinyViolins · 31-35, M

@DogMan I put that in there because so many people incorrectly assume that people are getting hired or promoted based solely on their minority status. A properly implemented DEI policy ensures they also have the right competencies