“The Importance of Good Sportsmanship”

“The Importance of Good Sportsmanship”

Sportsmanship is important because it shows if you’re a good citizen and that you aren’t a sore loser. Some examples of sportsmanship are:

·     Not getting mad if you lose a game or bet.

·      If you lose, shaking hands with the winners of the game shows sportsmanship.

·     Playing fair shows sportsmanship.

·     Following the rules of the game.

·     Respecting the judgment of referees and officials.

·     Treating opponents with respect.

Those are some good examples of sportsmanship. The people who do not show good sportsmanship are the ones who start cussing at the referees and players because the lost. Also the ones who cheat do not show good sportsmanship. Earning good sportsmanship means finding that the positive attitude learned on the field carries over into other areas of life. At school, for example, you're able to appreciate the contributions made by classmates and know how to work as part of a team to complete a project.