Getting your child into sports is
vital to kids’ overall development. It does not only help them hone their
athletic skills and build physical strength. More importantly, it also instils
in them the value of self-discipline, camaraderie, teamwork, perseverance and
above all, sportsmanship that leads them to become the best that they can be.
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SBP
National Champion Dela Salle Greenhills
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But aside from getting into sports,
support from their parents, coaches as well as from school officials is equally
important. With proper moral, emotional and financial support as well as time
and guidance, kids become better athletes and individuals especially in dealing
with both victory and defeat.
This is espoused at the recently
concluded SBP-Passerelle, the longest-running twin tournament in the country. Organized
by multi-awarded and pioneer of basketball clinics in the country, BEST
(Basketball Efficiency and Scientific Training) Center, the twin tournament gives
importance on the vital role of
parents, coaches and school officials in shaping the kids to become better
individuals.
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Passerelle
National Champion Adamson University
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“At BEST
Center, we encourage parents to be role models to their kids by imposing good
behavior and promoting fair play and sportsmanship,” shared BEST Center founder
and former national coach, Nicanor Jorge. “These values will serve as good
foundation for the kids to learn from.”
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BEST
Center founder Nic Jorge with St. John’s Institute’s Dennis Coo
“Full support is vital especially if you want your
kids to excel in their sport”, remarked proud father, Alexander Arabia who
actively attends his son, Alejandro’s basketball clinic every weekend. “Simple
acts such as driving them to practice, silently cheering them on at the
sidelines and fetching them afterwards, parents can already get to know more
about their kids and vice versa”
For Yuan Pasumbal of
International School of Better Beginnings (ISBB), his parents are not the only
ones who fully support his passion. All of his three siblings are also present
in every competition. “We never miss any game, wherever, whenever they may be”,
shared his parents, Fredrick and Reinates Pasumbal.
“Coaches serve as examples for the
kids to follow”, quipped coach Ronie Gallo of Ferndale International School of
Zamboanga City and whose son, Ronie Dale, is also one of the players of the
team. “As both parent and coach, I never play favourites, emphasize the
importance of fair play and teach them to accept the results of the game,
whether win or lose.”
“Sports complement education,” remarked
Bro. Felipe Belleza of De La Salle. “While studying sharpens their academic
skills, playing sports helps build character. They do not only develop talent
but also learn life skills which they can use throughout their lives,
regardless of whatever profession or path they choose to take.”
Indeed, sports are more than just
platforms where the kids can play and win. It also equips them with wisdom and
experience that can help them withstand the adversaries of the future and
therefore brings out the best in kids.
For more information about BEST Center’s classes and
tournaments, call the hotlines 411-6260, 3723066 and 372-3065, email bestcentersports@gmail.com or
follow its official Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/pages/BEST-Center-Sports-Inc/66172039922.
