Getting
your child into sports is vital to kids’ overall development. It does not only
help them hone their athletic skills and build physical strength. More
importantly, it also instils in them the value of self-discipline, camaraderie,
teamwork, perseverance and above all, sportsmanship that leads them to become
the best that they can be.
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SBP
National Champion Dela Salle Greenhills
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But aside
from getting into sports, support from their parents, coaches as well as from
school officials is equally important. With proper moral, emotional and
financial support as well as time and guidance, kids become better athletes and
individuals especially in dealing with both victory and defeat.
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Passerelle
National Champion Adamson University
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This is
espoused at the recently concluded SBP-Passerelle, the longest-running twin
tournament in the country. Organized by multi-awarded and pioneer of basketball
clinics in the country, BEST (Basketball Efficiency and Scientific Training)
Center, the twin tournament gives importance on the vital role of parents,
coaches and school officials in shaping the kids to become better individuals.
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BEST
Center founder Nic Jorge with St. John’s Institute’s Dennis Coo
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“At BEST Center, we encourage parents to be role models to their
kids by imposing good behavior and promoting fair play and sportsmanship,” shared
BEST Center founder and former national coach, Nicanor Jorge. “These values will
serve as good foundation for the kids to learn from.”
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Alexandre
Arabia with son Alejandro
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Training
together are Jeffrey Juanengo with son Jeffrey John
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“Full support is vital
especially if you want your kids to excel in their sport”, remarked proud
father, Alexander Arabia who actively attends his son, Alejandro’s basketball
clinic every weekend. “Simple acts such as driving them to practice, silently
cheering them on at the sidelines and fetching them afterwards, parents can
already get to know more about their kids and vice versa”
For Yuan Pasumbal of International School of Better Beginnings (ISBB), his
parents are not the only ones who fully support his passion. All of his three siblings
are also present in every competition. “We never miss any game, wherever, whenever
they may be”, shared his parents, Fredrick and Reinates Pasumbal.
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BEST
Center’s Marilyn Jorge with De La Salle’s Bro. Felipe Belleza
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Coaches
also play an important role in child development. They are the kids’ role
models and are responsible for their performance on the court as well as on how
they behave off court.
“Coaches
serve as examples for the kids to follow”, quipped coach Ronie Gallo of
Ferndale International School of Zamboanga City and whose son, Ronie Dale, is
also one of the players of the team. “As both parent and coach, I never play
favourites, emphasize the importance of fair play and teach them to accept the
results of the game, whether win or lose.”
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Vanni
and Maricel Jugo with their sons Camilo
(left) and Javi who played for Dela Salle Greenhills’ SBP team and big brother
Julian who played for Dela Salle’s Passerelle team
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“Sports
complement education,” remarked Bro. Felipe Belleza of De La Salle. “While
studying sharpens their academic skills, playing sports helps build character.
They do not only develop talent but also learn life skills which they can use throughout
their lives, regardless of whatever profession or path they choose to take.”
Indeed,
sports are more than just platforms where the kids can play and win. It also equips
them with wisdom and experience that can help them withstand the adversaries of
the future and therefore brings out the best in kids.
For more information about
BEST Center’s classes and tournaments, call the hotlines 411-6260, 3723066 and
372-3065, email bestcentersports@gmail.com or follow its official Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/pages/BEST-Center-Sports-Inc/66172039922.
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