An important aspect of play that we work on while in the gym is learning how to be a good sport. Our PE motto is, "If you had fun, you won!" Although we rarely keep track of the score in our gym, the reality is that children often keep track of who was ahead when the activity ends. With that in mind, our goal is to win with humility and lose with dignity. The links below provide some insight into how one may reach that goal.
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Sportsmanship is the ability to:
- Win without bragging - Lose without complaining or making excuses - Treat opponents and referees with respect |
Do You?
- Follow the rules of the game - Avoid Arguments - Share in the responsibilities of the team - Play fair - Respect the other teams efforts - Give encouragement to your teammates - End the game smoothly - Play with integrity |
Here are some sportsmanship tips you can follow:
- If you make a mistake don’t make excuses learn from it and, be ready to play. - If a teammate makes a mistake make sure to encourage, don’t criticize them |