Athletics are undeniably one of the most important aspects of life within a school. Everyone loves talking about community and culture, but what they sometimes forget is that sports are the glue that bring students, staff, and athletes together and bind them to one common goal - Success within a competitive enviroment. At the end of the day, everyone needs a break from the rigors of everyday life, and what better therapy than athletes playing the game they love, students supporting their friends, and staff watching their students compete with pride.
Sports keep students out of trouble, off the streets, ensure physical/mental health, fill them with motivation, and provide them with memories that last a lifetime. At the end of day, isn’t the beauty of life based on experiences and memories made? When I look back at my early years of high school, one of the only memories my friends and I always talk about are the great times we shared on and off the court during basketball season. Basketball was also a ticket for me to play in college, get all my classes, and aid me with the proper discipline/time management skills as I received my bachelors degree in Kinesiology. As important as academics are, athletics are vital to complete the entire high school experience and bond together a proud school community.