Conceit Essay

The orange leather hits the hardwood and returns right back into the palm of the player. The player knows his handle will not be lost. He knows that once he takes his dribble, the familiar, leathery texture will return to his fingertips within seconds. The constant, hard, leather instills confidence and creativity into the player. He proceeds to unleash a plethora of dazzling moves; A crossover into a behind-the-back to a spin move. Similarly, I am the constant in the lives of many people. For my friends and family, I will always be supportive. My loyalty gives a sense of safety, which allows my peers to reach out of their comfort zone and extend their creativity beyond their limit. As the player beats his defender, he rises into his jump shot. Placing his fingers along the black seam for assistance, he releases the ball with finesse and ease. The seam, guiding the player, gives the shot accurate guidance to the main goal, the hoop. I too am the seam that people long to find. When asked, I will, regardless of the situation, attempt to provide as much assistance as possible. I guide my brother and my friends to the best of my ability through whatever endeavors they are striving towards. Helping others is not an action I force myself to do; It is something I love and do voluntarily. Written across the leather surface is the famous name, SPALDING. Every player is familiar with the same eight black letters, outlined in gold. The name demands respect and receives it. After all, when one plays with SPALDING he acknowledges that the professionals of the game use the same. In the same way, I demand respect when I feel it is due. Although I may be only a high schooler, I am not one to be babied or to be treated like a child. However, I rightfully give respect to whomever deserves it. The grip that covers the outer layer is built to endure many nights of hard training and use. It is built to maintain and endure so a player does not have to buy a replacement quickly.