You should not fail academically.
Jordan plays senior high school football but because of a grueling practice schedule, he falls behind in math class which he needs to pass in order to graduate.
Jordan wants to prioritize what's important to him.
Jordan cuts back on his practice schedule to work on his math.
Jordan ignores his studies because he feels football is his calling in life.
Jordan passes his class and goes on to graduate and play college football.
Jordan fails math class and has to repeat the school year, and now can't play college football.