1. Good way to meet people
Sports are an easy way to meet people from around the school. As an underclassman, participating in a sport is a way to meet older students that can help navigate the way through high school, and give tips on what to do and what to avoid. For upperclassmen, it’s cool to get to know freshmen and sophomores because they’re the ones that will carry on the team’s legacy when upperclassmen graduate.
2. Stay in shape
Most teams do some kind of conditioning, and the track, cross country, and swim teams are basically all cardio. Every sport will provides some kind of exercise, and few people have a reason to protest staying in shape or getting in better shape.
3. Something to look forward to
Sports seasons provide a great way to break up the monotony of the school year.
4. Improve skills in that sport
Since most sports practice every school day and some on the weekends, athletes spend at least 10 hours a week in practice, making it is almost impossible not to get better.
5. Beneficial for college applications
Playing a sport, or more than one, can set athletes apart from other students applying to the same school. Colleges appreciate applicants that are involved, and playing a sport in high school suggests that those students will be involved on campus in college too, which can even increase chances of getting a scholarship.
6. Helps curb competitive drive
Rather than taking out pent-up frustration on other people, competing is a good excuse to get on the field, track, course, pool- wherever it may be- and take out some of that anger.
7. Endorphins
The rumor is that exercise makes people happier, and at least for me, this has proved to be true. Atheletses tend to be in a better mood and be much less stressed when in season.
8. Reinforces positive work ethic
During the season, it’s important to make good decisions so there aren’t repercussions on an individual or the team overall. Also, teammates and coaches typically respect athletes that work hard more than the ones that slack off.
9. Teamwork
Being a part of a team requires commitment and provides a reason to work harder because of motivation to improve individual and team skills. Plus, the bond formed with a team is unlike anything else.
10. Getting involved
Sports force studebts to get out and moving, whether it’s for practice, Red and White night, or just regular games. It is a great way to become a part of the community without even trying.
