(MOA Basseterre, St. Kitts, February 22nd 2024); of participation, learning the value of teamwork and embracing the essence of fair play and discipline. Therefore, there is no doubt that when parents/guardians participate in such visible disputes it takes away from the opportunity to communicate valuable life lessons about sportsmanship.
As parents/guardians and others alike, it is important to reflect on that past incident and commit to doing better and being better as a community in setting a positive example for our youths. And furthermore in doing so remember the responsibility of parents/guardians in shaping the character of future generations.
On the flip side, a positive highlight moment at a primary school meet at the Nevis Academy Sports Grade 5 male 100m finals saw the winner of the race immediately running back to assist a fellow competitor after realizing that he fell on the track. The young man has been showered with praise on social media (particularly via video footage from Mulley Media) for his sportsmanship.
Kudos indeed to that young athlete and all those who are instrumental in his upbringing. In that situation, a child showed a wonderful example about sportsmanship and leadership. Let us run with every opportunity to teach and nurture the minds of our little ones, leading by example through actions and words.
