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High School Athletes Share Their Dream Jobs Outside of Sports

March 6, 2026
Elite prospects reveal backup plans beyond sports. Astronauts, investors, and YouTubers all make the list.

Sports reporter. Real estate investor. Criminal psychologist. Singer. Construction company owner.

Top high school athletes have plans beyond the playing field. When asked about their dream jobs if sports didn't work out, answers ranged from staying close to the game in broadcasting roles to creative pursuits like acting and music. Others showed entrepreneurial ambition with interests in business and real estate.