 Florida law allows homeschooled students to participate on the team of the local high school in the school district in which they live, and private schools such as Trinity Christian Academy are also allowed to let homeschooled students play on their teams.In 2003, his performance led to a minor controversy regarding the fact that, although home-schooled, he had his choice of school for which to play.Tebow came to national prominence as a junior at Nease, known for his running and throwing abilities, as well as an intense competitiveness.