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With softball, despite all the years waiting to have won a championship, each game was learning to be persistent and to appreciate Growth. There is no measuring success by how the game is won; it's al…

With softball, despi…

With softball, despite all the years waiting to have won a championship, each game was learning to be persistent and to appreciate growth. There is no measuring success by how the game is won; it's also every opportunity for improvement. Each game was a lesson to learn, to improve, and to develop strength, things that extend far longer than the thrill of winning a championship.Waiting for the championship win was not just waiting for the losses; waiting for knowing every swing, every pitch, and every play was a chance to grow. It was at this time that we, as a team, focused on one game at a …

When my siblings and I were founding members of a local track team, we discovered firsthand that victory is not solely about individual success, but it can bring together, energize, and establish a su…

When my siblings and…

When my siblings and I were founding members of a local track team, we discovered firsthand that victory is not solely about individual success, but it can bring together, energize, and establish a sustainable team culture. Within our team, each victory, whether a close competition or a record-breaking victory, wasn't ours but everyone's celebration. This shared experience generated a feeling of belonging and purpose that continues to guide my definition of success to this day.Winning builds a strong bond between teammates. It promotes trust, respect for one another, and a feeling of respons…

Winning is a reward, an achievement. But if all you're thinking about is that finish line, you might lose the important lessons that were gained in the process.Winning is important! It's something v…

Winning is a reward,…

Winning is a reward, an achievement. But if all you're thinking about is that finish line, you might lose the important lessons that were gained in the process.Winning is important! It's something visible, a benchmark that teaches us and others about our effort and dedication. But if all you're looking at is that finish line, you might be ignoring the amazing ride that got you there.Reflecting back on when I was a middle-distance runner, I now recognize that every race was not simply an opportunity to stand on the podium. It was a lesson in perseverance, teamwork, and self-improvement. My…

My grandson does competitive skiing, an individual sport. He is quite good, and he is being recognized by a national body, but he is still young. My best friend's grandson, who is the same age as my g…

My grandson does com…

My grandson does competitive skiing, an individual sport. He is quite good, and he is being recognized by a national body, but he is still young. My best friend's grandson, who is the same age as my grandson, has been recognized as a top athlete in Football and is competing for national recognition. When I was young, my brothers and I were good athletes and excelled in both team and individual sports. When I was their age, I loved to play, practice and win. Winning was a nice reward, but it was not the goal of why I participated. My friend, who was also very athletic, believed that winning …