To preface, you do NOT have to join a sport (I did not, however I wish I did because I always thought I had to be a pro at a specific sport but eventually I learned that by joining a sport you will learn to become better at it so don’t be afraid to join a sport that you are not very good at or even if you’ve never played it).
This blog is mainly to those who are considering to join a sport so keep reading to learn!
#1: You will be active because of it and healthier!
Joining a sport will benefit you in many ways, but one of the main ways is that it gives your body exercise.
Most people don’t get enough exercise. So, a sport is a very good way to get your heart beating faster. Through the law of translation you will be a healthier person!
#2: You will be a better team player, have better social skills, manage stress better, and gain self-esteem.
Having to work with other people for a common goal always results in better team playing skills and social skills.
Better social skills then lead to better self-esteem, as you gain confidence in yourself for the smallest of things, like making the right moves/decisions in your game, or just in life.
#3: You will make new friends.
Many people already know that when you join a team you are basically becoming a part of another family.
Of course, there will be teammates you might not get along with, but you will definitely bond with some.
Many people who play sports are best friends with people in their own teams, by no coincidence. So if you’re looking to bond with some new people, a sport is a great way to go (as long as you like the sport also).
#4: Rewarding – gives you a common goal to work hard for and look forward to with your teammates.
As mentioned, your team will be like a family since you are all in it for a common goal and will struggle and win together.
This will give you a rewarding feeling every time you win a game, and it will also be rewarding when you add the activity to your college applications and resume and then get accepted to the college of your choice/job!
#5: Whether experienced or not, you will learn something new.
It is most likely that if you are joining a sports team for the first time, you will go in knowing at least the basics of the sport.
What is also most likely, is that whether you are a beginner in terms of playing with a team or have played all your life, you will always come out of every game/practice with new knowledge – new knowledge about your abilities, the game, your peers, and so on.