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Charles Barkley Defends Spanking for Athlete Discipline

3/24/2026

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Charles Barkley argued on The Dan Patrick Show that NBA players and college athletes lack discipline due to upbringing, notably lacking spanking.
He said, "You can yell at your kids... you’ll whoop their ass too," urging spanking to prevent brats.
Barkley clarified he does not advocate child abuse, but believes spanking communicates right from wrong.
He dismissed backlash, saying he does not care about public opinion.

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Charles Barkley argued on The Dan Patrick Show that NBA players and college athletes lack discipline due to upbringing, notably lacking spanking.
He said, "You can yell at your kids... you’ll whoop their ass too," urging spanking to prevent brats.
Barkley clarified he does not advocate child abuse, but believes spanking communicates right from wrong.
He dismissed backlash, saying he does not care about public opinion.