For today’s Whiteboard Wednesday, we have 5 ways to show acts of selflessness as an athlete:
1. Make the extra pass. If you have a teammate that’s open with a better opportunity to get the ball upfield, get off a higher percentage shot, or who can help your team, then get them the ball!
2. Communicate! Communication is one of the most important parts of the game. Is your teammate about to get crushed? Let them know! Is it your teammates turn to slide? Let them know! Communication can help you become a more selfless player on the field and better person off the field. Communicate how you feel to your boyfriend or girlfriend. Communicate with your parents or guardians about where you are and if you’re safe. Communicate with your coaches if your frustrated. Never stop communicating!
3. Highlight your teammates. If you’ve ever had the pleasure of being interviewed after a big team win, make sure to shift the attention away from yourself and towards your teammates. Lacrosse is a team sport. Don’t forgot those who helped contribute to your personal or teams success.
4. Grunt work as an upperclassman. Helping a freshman carry water bottles out to practice shows selflessness and compassion. It’s important to make underclassman feel comfortable on a team. Especially when you have freshman playing with 16 and 17 year olds. Never forget, you were once there.
5. Pick your teammate up when they’re down. This can be physically or mentally. Sports are filled with tough times and frustrating moments. If your teammate isn’t mentally into a practice or game, show empathy by asking what’s wrong. Then, do what you can to pick them up. Did one of your teammate suffer a serious injury that has put them on the sidelines? If so, don’t forget about them because they are injured. Keep them involved in the team and make them feel like their presence can help you win!
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