It's funny. I am a Maryland Alum, and my daughter recently asked about a converstation she had with a coach from Duke about playing for them.
She asked me about it sheepishly, but I told her emphatically that I am a fan of HER, and if she elected to attend Duke, I would wear Duke blue every time she played, even against Maryland; and every other day I would sport my Terps colors.
She is my kid, that takes precedence over anything else. I have tried to teach her to make the right decisions for her, and let her know that this is her life to live, and if Duke is her decision I support her.
I guess I have no real compassion for a parent that would treat such a tremendous kid so callously.