The Unseen Price of Athletic Stardom The news that Missouri running back Ahmad Hardy has been medically cleared after being shot in the leg may come as a relief to his fans and teammates, but it raises more questions than answers about the darker side of athletic success.
Hardy's injury is a stark reminder that even at the pinnacle of achievement, the pursuit of greatness can exact a terrible cost.
The shooting incident occurred while Hardy was attending an outdoor concert in Laurel, Mississippi.