Sports Importance
Kids have many influences in their lives that can negatively influence their character. Peer pressure, television, movies, and video games all develop a child's character at a very early age.
Not only does sports teach kids hard work, leadership, working well with others, setting and acheiving goals, but it also attracts them away from TV, video games, and walking the streets. Sports gets them off the couch and into a fun atmosphere that teaches many life lessons. It also provides a platform for exercise that many kids lack in today's technological world.
"Academics are critical to a bright future, but athletics help build character and instill discipline."
"How sports led to success: 'Taught me how to compete, that you will get out of somethings that you are willing to put into it. The will to win is not as important as the will to prepare."
"I learned that with any position comes accountability. And that you can't quit just because you're failing. You just have to come up with a new plan."
"To me, athletics are a microcosm of life: You win some, and you lose some. How one handles victories and defeats can define who they are and how they will handle life's ups and downs."
As people learn about how bad sportsmanship is in sports, the players will realize this. To the players this means they will concentrate more on playing their best, not trying to be someone they are not. In addition, it will allow athletes to feel better and more proud of what they are.