Starting this week, as a school we are beginning to look at sportsmanship. The children in their crew sessions are going to learn what sportsmanship is, what sportsmanship looks like, how we can change our mindsets about winning and losing and build on crew strengths.
What is sportsmanship? Sportsmanship is fair and generous behaviour or treatment of others, especially in sporting contests.
What are the 5 characteristics of a good sportsperson?
- Have a positive attitude at all times during sports play
- Give their best effort
- Encourages and support their crew mates
- Accept calls given by referees or coaches
- Treat the opposition team with respect
The sessions have got off to a great start and the children have really thought about how they can show sportsmanship in their PE lessons. Look out for your children coming home with a Kixx sporstmanship certificate …