At school, peers can change adolescents’ attitudes about a sport that was previously enjoyed. Even students who are talented at a particular sport may quit it because a sporting career is not realistic or because of the social expectations of their gender. Work commitments, financial costs and equipment costs—such factors can have a negative effect on sports participation.…
“The Case against High School Sports,” written by Amanda Ripley in October of 2013 argues that high school sports are too competitive and demanding. She thinks that demanding sports are drawing students’ attention away from the main reason why they are in high school- academics. “High School Sports Aren’t Killing Academics,” written by Daniel H. Bowen and Colin Hitt counters Ripley’s article, and states that in their studies sports provide benefits that increase academic success. I agree with Bowen and Hitt because I played sports in high school and I earned good grades, while learning attributes that are important in life such as: discipline, organization, time management, and responsibility. As well as life attributes, I also made many great…
or many years, athletics have improved junior’s well-beings and their schooling, but some academies have been thinking of getting rid of these programs all together. The two articles mentioned that school should keep or get rid of sports. One is written by Amanda Ripley while the other Tim O’Shei. Both have good arguments yet Tim’s article provides more positive undertones and uses of sports. Therefore physical education should stay in schools because It helps improve children’s grades and health, equal opportunities are given to students that didn’t exercise before, AND athletic careers can open for people who play competitive games early in their lives.…
Another reason is that sports teach you a valuable life lesson. You can learn things like teamwork and social skills. That means you won't be socially akward. You will be more social and maybe even do better in school and/or job. Now we have some counter arguments to our cause and how they are not reasonable arguments.…
“School should be about learning, not sports”. Kids now a days love to play sports, but don’t like to learn. Learning, and get an education this is a very important thing in life you need it to have a good job so that you can have a family and support them. So I feel in school you must have good grades in order to play any type of sport, and if you do not then you should not be playing. A couple reasons I feel like this is for starters kids pay more attention to sports then they do in class. This is not how this should be. Kids should love to learn something new every day at school, but in some school that’s not the case. Kids need to learn.…
Before even exercising emotional appeal, let us consider some raw data. A 2001 study by the North Carolina High School Athletic Association (NCHSAA) looked at the academic differences amongst a large sample size of 125,000 high school students. What they found showed a large advantage in academic achievement and performance among those who chose to participate in sports. The mean GPA for a student athlete was 2.98, compared to the non athlete whose mean GPA was 2.17. They also found that the dropout rate amongst athletes was merely 0.6%, while the nonathlete’s dropout rate was 10.32%. The study additionally found that athletes tested higher in both Algebra and English finals than nonathletes (Overton 2). This obviously isn’t to say that nonathletes can’t be successful in school, but this study is evidence that there is a clear correlation between academic performance and participation in youth sports.…
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People grow up referring to athletes as “jocks”, which is thought of as a student who can do a lot on the sports field, but not as much as the rest of the student body in the classroom. As athletes move on to college sports it is considered to be even more true that to college athletes, academic success comes second to their athletic success. This is a false perception that may be true for bigger (division one) schools but the stereotype is the complete opposite for division three athletics. Division III athletes are, in the truest sense, student athletes due to a different coaching philosophy, the absence of athletic scholarships that reward field performance over classroom performance and a culture that recognizes these students will pursue careers off the field and aren't seeking pro sports contracts.…
I have always been an athletic person. As far back as I can remember, I have been involved in sports and I don’t know what I would do if I didn’t have sports apart of my life. Sports have meant so much to me over my years of growing up. I was always encouraged to be a part of different types of athletic programs. Sports are not for everyone, but playing a sport is definitely beneficial for high school students.…
Sports is a very important part of students lives. If the purpose of public education is to prepare the students for life and college, then it must be more than math, reading, and writing. Obesity has become a factor in life for some students and it needs to stop. Public schools offer more sports than private schools. Public school states, “Athletics have been a mainstay of the high school scene for decades.” But, today the sports has expanded for both females and males. Some students get involved with the love of the game, while others love the benefits that the game comes with. Community representation, fitness, teamwork and cooperation, positive mentors, social relationships, leadership skills, time management, and success mindset are some…
Sports are a good way to funding for schools while the budget now days are low. This helps people with their fitness by not engaging in risky activities or behaviors because it could interfere with the sport one plays. For example, drugs and personal effects that make one drop from school. Athletic sports helps people with their teamwork and cooperation. It helps with this because they’re all working towards a common goal, which could help them in their future career. Lastly. This could help them with their mindset to success. Sports could help them with their time management skills, finding new ways to improve, strong focus, handling pressure, and taking responsibilities.…
According to the Center of Diseases Control and Prevention, the American people should exercise for at least thirty minutes a day. Most adolescents obtain that physical activity by participating in high school athletics; on average, 73.8 percent of high school students compete in such events (Ball, Bice, and Parry). These activities are not always the best practices for physical fitness; fitness can be obtained in other, safer forms of exercise. High school sports should be discontinued in schools for various reasons. Physical injuries such as concussions and broken bones can eventually lead to sizable health issues later in life. Aside from bodily injuries, drug consumption, academic failure, and personal body image are among the top concerns that arise from athletic involvement. Above all, sports are capable of temporarily phasing or permanently damaging the physical, mental, and emotional state of the youth.…
While sports can have quite a few benefits such as physical fitness, time management, and learn skills such as teamwork and cooperation, the negatives of high school sports generally outweigh the positives. Sports generally take a lot of time out of a student’s day, time that could be used for academics, hobbies, family, etc. In addition, there is a lot of pressure on students, which can be compounded with the academics. Also, injuries are very rampant in high school sports and can cause much discomfort, which can thereby affect the quality of student’s life. A study done in 2013 showed that there were about 1.35 million serious injuries because of sports. I myself am a student athlete and I have experienced all of the above. During the crew season in the spring and fall, I spend upwards of three-four hours at practice and this often leads to me falling behind in academics and very late nights. In addition, there is a sizable amount of pressure as it is every man for themselves and you have to keep pushing yourself immensely if you want to be on the best boat. Additionally, when I did track, my calves were always extremely tight and it would be an everyday struggle for me. Clearly, the negatives of doing a sport outweighs the…
"In my 30 years of business world, I have found that what an athlete brings to the workplace is discipline, teamwork, a drive for success, the desire to be held accountable and a willingness to have their performance measured" says Steve Reinemund, former chairman of PepsiCola. High schools should not cut back on their sports programs since they offer individuality and discipline towards future careers. During my years of high school so far, I have thrived off being a student-athlete. Sports have offered me a path towards good career choices and academic development.…
Children are often exposed to sports at an early age. As they get older and start school they often participate in sports as a way to both make now friends and be active. As the children grow older, progressing into their teenage years, they become more specialized in their sports. The sports that the young people continue with grow in their favor. When the child reaches the high school level, sports take center stage. The pressure for them to perform in sports and perform well is immense. There is the pressure from coaches, teammates, and others to succeed. The futures of the athletes are at stake. They play for the chance of scholarships and to continue their childhood dreams. This immense pressure is very draining on the teenagers. The pressure for them to do well in sports leads to them suffering in other parts of their lives. The young adults miss out on other activities in high school because they are so consumed in their sport. The extreme focus on sports can also be very draining and lead to emotional stress and harm to the individuals. Young athletes are also under pressure not only to give up other activities, but to over-exert themselves in their sport of choice. The intense atmosphere of high school sports can be detrimental to the individuals involved in them.…