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10 Ways to Be a Good Sport
by Ed Schmidt
10 Ways to Be a Good Sport
Here are some ways that you can show others what good sportsmanship is all about:
- Be polite to everyone you're playing with and against. No trash talk — which means saying mean things while you're in the middle of a game.
- Don't show off. Just play your best. If you're good, people will notice.
- Tell your opponents "good game!" whether you've won or you've lost.
- Learn the rules of the game. Show up for practices and games on time — even if you're the star of the team.
- Listen to your coaches and follow their directions about playing.
- Don't argue with an official if you don't agree with his or her call. If you don't understand a certain call, wait until after the game to ask your coach or the official to explain it to you.
- Don't make up excuses or blame a teammate when you lose. Try to learn from what happened.
- Be willing to sit out so other team members can get in the game — even if you think you're a better player.
- Play fair and don't cheat.
- Cheer for your teammates even if the score is 1,000 to 1! You could inspire a big comeback!
