Thursday, October 27, 2011

Basketball community

The members of my basketball community are passionate about how they play the game. It consists of friends and other associates that attend the gym regularly. We all interact with a competitive edge and a will to challenge ourselves to the best of our abilities. This takes team chemistry, dedication, support, and a heightened basketball I.Q. A lot of us are a part of this community because basketball is a form of exercise and is vital to relieve stress. It provides a second home to some, and a sense of direction that motivates our self esteem. It also teaches discipline and how to work as a unit through mistakes. I feel that sports hold the advantage of connecting people from different cultures and backgrounds. It lets people who you may not interact with on a daily basis learn more about you. For example, after most games or before, we introduce ourselves and I feel like that forms a bond with others outside of just playing basketball. Even when you’re not on the same team, it shows common interest by being in the same environment. I wouldn’t just recommend basketball as a form of exercise or community to join. I would recommend all sports because of the learning experience and chance to bond with others. I hope that everyone can have experiences with different cultures and ethnicities. It’s something that’s special, which changes perspectives and assumptions to things you may not be use to.

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