No Sportsfest

BICOL REGIONAL SCIENCE High School (BRSHS) cancelled the year’s edition of their iconic sportsfest. An event intended for honing good sportsmanship among the BRSHS community and determining the campus’ best athletes to represent the school and the Division of Ligao City in various sporting events like the Palarong Bicol and Palarong Pambansa.

Sports festivals are an essential part of a well-rounded education. They provide students with the opportunity to participate in physical activity, learn teamwork, and develop sportsmanship. In addition, sports festivals can help students to reduce stress, improve their mood, and boost their self-esteem.

BRSHS, despite being a science high school, have produced top notch athletes. One of them is Eros Satchi Navio, an alumnus, with a wide array of achievements, spanning from local to international events in Triathlon.

I think that the cancellation of the sportsfest intramurals in schools has significantly limited students’ opportunities and experiences. Sports events play a crucial role in a student’s overall development by fostering teamwork, discipline, and physical fitness. These events provide a platform for students to showcase their athletic abilities, boost their confidence, and cultivate a competitive spirit.

By cancelling the sportsfest intramurals, students are being deprived of these invaluable opportunities for growth and self-expression. The absence of such events not only diminishes the students’ physical well-being but also dampens their social interactions and the sense of camaraderie within the school community.

Small events like school intramurals can serve as crucial starting points for superstar athletes. They provide young talents with opportunities to showcase their skills, gain recognition, and ultimately pave the way for remarkable athletic careers.

An example is the life of arguably the greatest footballer in history, Lionel Messi. His journey began in his hometown of Rosario, Argentina, where he played for his school team. His exceptional skills and natural talent were noticed by scouts from FC Barcelona. From there, Messi’s career skyrocketed, and he became a global icon in the world of football.

Small and humble beginnings are undeniably crucial for athletes as they can provide a great head start for their careers. Events like school intramurals serve as fertile ground for discovering and nurturing raw talent. These humble beginnings allow athletes to showcase their skills, gain exposure, and catch the attention of scouts, coaches, and the media. ■ support from the school especially after its comeback since 2020. Not having any of these can result in pushing them not to strive and demotivate them, resulting in defeat or unsuccessful game play.

Some school personnel even argue that financial support is out of bounds in the faculty’s ability to support since there are certain tiers that restrict them in giving the support students need. However, the school community pointed out their belief that bias and lack in terms of a teacher’s sporting interests played a big role in why students didn’t meet their expectations.

Since some Brisayano athletes didn’t even receive any financial support from the school. Note that before the pandemic, the school was hands-on with their training.

Currently, their practices were just after-school as some of the teachers wouldn’t even excuse them. Time management is crucial but considering that sports require more focus and training, it is not possible to manage your time when you spend almost nine hours in school, and have four to five-hour practice sessions for training. Not even professional athletes could maintain this kind of day-to-day schedule.

With this in mind, it is only critical for schools to bring back the tradition of treating athletes with enough support, may it be modified or not.

They should reassess their policies and allocate resources to ensure that student athletes receive the necessary support they deserve. This includes providing financial assistance, creating a supportive environment, and promoting a culture of inclusivity and fairness.

By doing so, the school can uphold its reputation as a melting pot of academic excellence while nurturing the sporting talents of its students. After all, it is through these actions that the school can truly honor the name and spirit of the athletes who proudly represent it. ■