The Experience
I’ve always enjoyed watching basketball games. Not that I’m a loyal fan of any particular team, I just like the constant action of the game. There is always something exciting going on, something to cheer for as I watch. Usually if I watch a basketball game it is on the television. This week, I found a basketball game to go to. A local basketball sports association was having a tournament at a nearby high school and I decided this would be my “try something new” for Walk Lightly Smile Often this week.
As I arrived at the afternoon game, I was pleasantly surprised to find out there was no cost to attend this game. That scored a bonus point for me. Free basketball entertainment, what more could you ask for. Walking in to the event I was able to find the perfect seat near one of the baskets. Since I didn’t know either of the teams playing it didn’t really matter where I sat or who I cheered for (I actually found myself cheering for both teams when they did well).
These basketball teams were comprised of teenage boys. And let me tell you, those boys on those teams were each determined to win. They were focused, hustled, and went all out in order to raise their team to victory. It was a great game to watch. The score was constantly changing with one team ahead by a point, then the other team would score two points. It was very exciting!
Great job to both teams!
The Thoughts
The word that comes to my mind when I think about my experience is enjoyable. And don’t we all need more enjoyment in our lives.
I was not sure what to expect from this game when I sat down to watch it and I was pleasantly surprised. I got wrapped up in the close scores, the diving for the ball, the three point shots, etc. Certainly they were not professional basketball players and I was not a professional fan, but it was a great experience. In fact, I think I probably enjoyed it a bit more because of their “do whatever it takes to win” attitudes.
Entertainment these days can be quite costly, especially professional sports events when you are buying tickets for a whole family. Today my family and I saw an awesome game and it didn’t cost us one cent. I think that is fantastic. How about you? Free entertainment at its best! I am also confident in saying, I’m sure the sports teams liked having a few more people in their audience to cheer them on (especially me since I was cheering for both teams) J
The Question
Do you have any local youth sports teams in your area? How about venturing out of your normal entertainment realm and attend one of their events? Chances are you may have several types of sporting events to choose from. Call a school or sports organization and ask them for a schedule of their events. Give it a try and tell me about your experience!
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