Be a Good Sport and a Great Teammate
Purpose
Whether you’re a natural athlete or have the coordination of a deer on ice, sportsmanship and teamwork are always a good call. Competitions can get heated, but being kind and respectful to your teammates, the opposing teams, and officials will make sports more fun and help you become a more considerate person.
Goal Description
Practice good sportsmanship and teamwork.
Goal Ideas
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Compliment your teammates and members of the opposing team for good plays. If there is an officiating referee, thank him or her for their time after the game.
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Practice controlling your emotions, even when your team gets behind or you disagree with a referee’s call.
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Be coachable. It may be hard at first, but learn to take constructive criticism from your teammates and coach.
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Make sure to include your teammates instead of trying to take over a game.
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Learn the rules of a sport you are participating in and be honest in keeping all of the rules.
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Invite one of your teammates to an activity outside of your sport. Getting to know another teammate as a person will make you a better teammate.
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Create your own goal.
Related Resources
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Game Plan: Good Sportsmanship (New Era)