In sports, respect translates into sportsmanship. There's nothing wrong with treating people the way you'd like to be treated, whether it's in the gym or out in the community. Respect and sportsmanship are a way of life. As a registered game official in the Michigan High School Athletic Association's Legacy Program, high school seniors can begin their officiating careers. For that matter, whether it's first place, second place or even last place - school sports teach kids that hard work and team work are the keys to success in life.
School sports promote the notion that a winning attitude is more important than winning trophies.
In order to make the school athletic team, youngsters need more than playing skills - they need to meet the essential academic and eligibility requirements that assure a school's sports are for the school's students. The action begins at 11 a.m. Make plans now to attend this year's girls competitive cheer finals at Grandville March 6. Two and Three semis to follow at Noon. The title clashes in all four divisions begin that day at 5 p.m.