Going into cross-country I didn't think I would be able to keep up with the others. I was determined to not let myself, my parents, and my peers down. I also encouraged others along the way, so they could experience the feeling that you get when you know you have achieved your goals. It has allowed me to meet new people and has made me physically stronger. I have learned good sportsmanship and teamwork.
Sportsmanship is what it is all about.
Parents, coaches, and even other players love to see this presented on the court and off. Teamwork teaches us how to get along with others and how to work together to accomplish a goal, which is something you will have to do the rest of your life. To say the least, basketball has changed my life and the way I act around people. I learned how to play as a team, how to play with good sportsmanship and the values of working hard. Playing as a team is very important in basketball, as well as in life.