The most popular sports in the U.S are American Football 74.5 %  Basketball 56.6% Baseball 50.5 %. We know that sports can cause very powerful changes that can inspire people to come together. Here are some students at WMS’s favorite sports. 

Sports Memories

We know from experience that people develop lifelong memories from playing sports.  For example I (Eli) will never forget my first goal in soccer.  Similarly, I (Elliott) remember my first pin in my first wrestling match.

Students at WMS developed a strong bond with their parents.  For example, 7th grade soccer player, Brandon Camacena said, “ Playing and practicing with my dad.”

As well, students at WMS develop memorable moments through sports. For example, 7th grade football player Armani Uribe said, “ My favorite memory is when one of my lineman scored a touchdown for the championship.”

Also, students create memories through great achievements on the field. For example, Joel, a 7th grade baseball player said, “My favorite memory of playing the sport is my first homerun.”

Influential Figures

Students at WMS also develop love for the sport by influence. For example, 7th grade basketball player Xavier Gualdron said, “I started playing in 2020 because I saw my brother playing basketball.”

Another student, Armani Uribe, a 7th grade football player at WMS said, “He looks up to Saquon Barkley and A.J Brown.”

Similarly, I ( Elliott) have some athletes I look up to such as Cael Sanderson and Lawrence Taylor. I ( Elliott) look up to these athletes because they are both very accomplished athletes in their respective sports and they show great strength on their field or mat.  As well I ( Eli) have some athletes I look up to such as Ronaldo, Ronaldinho. I look up to them because they are amazing players and have a lot of determination and dedication to the sport. I like that about them and want to be like them when I grow up.

Furthermore, 7th grade baseball player Joel Diaz said, “Some athletes I look up to are Yadeir Molina and Elly De La Cruz.” 

How do Sports Help Us?

Students at WMS get into shape by playing sports. For example, 7th grade baseball player Joel Diaz said, “It helps me with arm and leg strength. It helps your whole body.”

In addition, 7th grade soccer player, Brandon Camacena said, “Sports helps me concentrate and stay more active.”

Also, I (Elliott) have had sports help me as well. When I play football it helps me get in good physical condition and gain strength. I ( Eli ) also play sports and they help me by helping me stay active and letting me find new friends by being involved in sports.

 We learned that sports help students at WMS in many ways such as helping influentially, physically, and motivationaly.