Why Is Perseverance Important To Me

Ever since I was young athletics have played an integral part in my life. They have changed my life for the better and have shaped me into the person I am today. I do not believe I would be the leader I am or possess the skills I have if not for sports. I have learned so much from athletics about life and I have learned many key values to obtain success. Athletics have taught me the importance of determination, perseverance, citizenship, and leadership.
One major thing athletics have taught me is that I hate to lose. This hatred of loss sparked my strong determination and perseverance. Determination and perseverance go hand in hand when it comes to sports. If one does not possess these two integral characteristics, then there is no way one can be successful. Determination and perseverance are incredibly important characteristics for not only athletics but real life. If faced with adversity or trials one cannot just give up and quit. You must persevere through the adversity and push back just as hard to achieve your goals. I do not give a weak effort and do not give up. My participation in tennis and track have both reaffirmed this belief. I will not be bested, and I will give it my all, so I can come out on top.
I was instructed over, and over, and over to be a good sport. I knew this was very important and always supported not only my teammates but my opponents. This does not mean I would be rooting for the opposite team, but afterward, I would converse with them. Being a friendly person is something athletics made me learn and now it has become a part of me. I was sort of thrown into leadership when it came to tennis because of my position on the team. I was high on the roster, so I was forced to learn how to lead my team to victory. This experience has helped me grow as a person and a