A true team player cherishes sportsmanship. Playing fair, following the rules of the game, respecting the judgment, and most importantly treating opponents with respect is what good sportsmanship entails. Some say it is the “golden rule” of every single sport. It falls under the saying, “treat others the way you want to be treated”. The art if sportsmanship is to play clean and maintain a good, positive attitude. A team player who values sportsmanship will handle victory and loss with dignity and respect.
The epitome of a true winner does not revolve around the score on the scoreboard, but rather how that team player reacts to that win or loss. Handling both victory and defeat shows the true colors of a player of any sport. By valuing sportsmanship, you are not only showing respect for yourself, but for your teammates and opponents, as well. That respect also travels to your coaches, referees, judges, audience, and the sport itself.
Sportsmanship is not only an action, but an attitude. It goes further than the team player, it is relevant to any individual that affiliated with that specific game. Sportsmanship is easily influenced and can bring positive attitudes out of the most somber losses. Win or lose, sportsmanship is what keeps a player motivated to achieve bigger, play harder, and keep the love for your sport alive.
After huge games, opponents should always shake hands and take that loss or win like a champion. Taunting, trash-talking, and gloating portrays such a negative light on that sport and the team you represent. Your actions and words not only affect you, but also your team. One individual player is a reflection of your team. Part of being a champion is accepting defeat at times, but taking those defeats and making a better come back as a stronger, motivated team.
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