I played Mahakumb (football) for under 17  girl individual selections. I first played with other girls with whom I had never played before. I was then selected for states for representing Surat rural team. 14 girls were selected including me. I had only practised with 4 girls as they were from our school. The states took place in Himatnagar.

LO 1- Identify own strengths and develop areas for growth-

I identified my strength as I could merge with the team and also understand everyone and respect them for there game. Also as I was asked to lead the team it was difficult for me to knew everyone’s game as we had never played together before. I also figured out that I lacked some football skills like long passes and most importantly confidence.

LO-2- Demonstrate that challenges have been undertaken, developing new skills in the process.

I decided to improve my long kicks and started practising for the same in my PS slots, and also decided to be confident and positive before every game.

LO- 4 – Show commitment to and perseverance in CAS experience.

I was committed to this competition even though the accommodation and all the arrangement were not good. My parents were not convinced to send me as the hotel and the transport, food was not decided. However, I convinced them to send me for the competition. The bad condition didn’t stop me from playing for Surat rural team.

LO 5- Demonstrate the skills and recognize the benefits of working collaboratively.

As we did not know each other we decided to take out some time to talk to each other and know each other better. During the match, we all made mistakes but never blamed it on one person. This helped us grow as a team and an individual also. As football is a team sport we all had to play together and win as a team.

LO 7 – Recognize and consider the ethics of choices and action.

As a sports player, I have sportsmen spirit which is also one of the most important and ethical things in sports. As mentioned, I did not blame anyone for our loss. I also tried to play without making any fouls but also accepted all of my fouls. For example- I pushed one of the players which cause a foul. I also helped her stand up again and also respect the ref though out the games. We as a team also shook hands with the other team after every match to show our respect and be a good sportsman.

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