I have actually assisted in a sports program at Camp Med, a licensed day care program sponsored by the City of South Pasadena, for five years now - that's about 500 sports hours. Generally about thirty children from the ages of 5-11 get involved, although this number can go as low as 10 and as high as sixty. The kids are extremely engaged with thei
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"Out!" the referee shouted. My group threw their gloves up in the air. Our coach was smiling - it was a double play that would win the game. I was the only one who knew that Number 8 was safe: no one had actually seen me fumble that catch. I wished to please my coach; I wished to make my team proud and to win the video game. But I knew that wasn't
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Well, as a non-supporter of President Obama and the Administration, I do not generally compliment this President, however in all fairness he is worthy of a compliment for his good sportsmanship on the basketball court. Indisputable, he's a competitor and undoubtedly, a good sport. Proof of this follows a pick-up basketball video game where he was p
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What occurred to excellent sportsmanship? Even the video game of golf, where this concept is highly considered the requirement for the video game, can be riddled with bad good manners and inconsiderate habits. The ever present disregard for others is an obstacle that we need not ignore.Excellent sportsmanship revealed to your opponent will reveal t
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Soccer training can be an extremely satisfying experience for both you and the children you are helping. Soccer coaches have actually made a huge difference in kids's lives and set an example that lots of children keep in mind and practice years after they've reached their adult years. But many of all, it's fun!They are given a chance to think on t