Sports should remain in schools for many reasons as it comprises exercises, fun, friendships, teamwork and academics. This is an important argument because it can change lives and has both positive and negative effects on young athletes.
Exercising regularly is a key strategy in preventing heart disease. This will especially help later in life and will save lives. Sports enables them to have the energy required to have a successful day at school.
The next reason why sports in schools are important is friendships that result from teamwork. Socially, sports help young people get along with others. This is essential because students need to get along or they will never enjoy life or have friends. Second, in sports you learn to work together. You’re all working towards a common goal, and things like a tough coach or rough play can actually help bond you all together. This can produce friendships because students will meet other students who want the same thing.
Last, teamwork is a necessary skill that is best created in sports. Teamwork will help with many life skills such as communication. Another point worth bringing up is that a student who is extremely skilled at a sport has a chance of getting a scholarship to college. This is not something to rely on, but it is a possibility.
Without sports, students will not get enough exercise, their friendships will be limited, their teamwork skills will be finite and academics will decline. Sports are something that kids enjoy and are motivated. Sports are important in so many ways. Many parents may not afford sports outside schools for their children. Schools must take ownership for the healthy environment and the personal values of students.
Sports are generally liked by all, especially kids. If we look at history, we see the importance of sports from ancient times. The demand for sports is decreasing in modern times due to the popularity of video games and social media.
The sports activities are made compulsory in schools and colleges for the students good, their physical and mental health. If one wants s/he can make a career in this field. The interested ones in sports can be more active and lead a healthy life as they develop leadership qualities, with discipline routine. It certainly teaches the values of dedication and patience.
A sportsperson would certainly experience less depression. Sports ensures the peace of mind of those playing it. Most noteworthy, sports brings happiness and joy in the life of individuals. It helps to build the character and personality of a person.
Sports are an aspect of human life. Sports are as important as education and should be made mandatory in schools and colleges. I personally feel and suggest that everyone must perform at least in one sports activity on a regular basis.
I would like to conclude with a quote “You will never know what you’re capable of until you take that first step and just go for it “
The author works at Indian School Salalah
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