The Mindful Athlete

Of course, everyone likes to win. As the season goes on, you get tired and sometimes feel like you need a break from your teammates. It is easy to get frustrated when your team isn't doing well, but on the other hand winning can create something you never knew existing. Lately, my team has been rolling. We are on a win streak and just beat a ranked team. Part of this is the confidence we have in one another but more importantly, the bond we share. My team in high school and growing up was always close but not in the way my team here at Stevenson is. I share a relationship with these 30 girls that I never thought I would have. A year ago I would never have thought this is how my sophomore year would be. I strongly believe that the bond I share with my teammates has made us do something great and made us play the way we have been playing. The point I am trying to make is so; if your team is having trouble, focus on the bond that exists between your teammates. Having a strong relation...

It seems like March Madness always seems to bring up the debate on whether student athletes should be paid or not. I think that there could be a fair argument on both sides of the topic. Listed below are some reasons given from both sides. Yes, they should be paid because: The NCAA tournament requires students to miss class, it becomes more than an extracurricular activity. Athletes are used in advertising and promotions ore often than not. Schools use athletes as a major part of their advertising team.  They are on TV, especially teams in March Madness. They bring in more money to their college or university, especially during sport contests.  Football and men's basketball get as much attention as professional football and basketball.  Coaches get paid but the athletes are doing most of the work.  Collegiate sports take up the time they could be spending on a part time job.  No, they should not be paid because: They already receive scholarships...