Throughout the last years, children have become highly ambitious. They develop this selfish attitude , which can be observed since their early years, mainly at schools. Many institutions, strongly believe in the value of competitive sports as the most effective way of developing a sense of discipline and empathy with others. In my opinion, they are only developing selfish behaviour.
To start with, if their aim is to foster a set of positive human values, schools should not choose competitive sports. In a competition, students will try their hardest not to help each other but to win. As a result, they will develop an uncooperative attitude towards their potential rivals. Secondly, it is important to keep in mind that what is learnt at school during childhood moulds part of one’s personality. Having a selfish attitude of mind could be a disadvantage later on when looking for a job.
Sports are an effective method of training people to obey rules and orders. They are a way of promoting a sense of discipline. But competitive activities are not the only one that do so. For instance, by encouriging children to take up team sports, they are going to Foster not only self-control but also trhe ability to help others.
Taking these points into consideration, I would say that team rather than competitive sports are more useful ways of fostering human values, and therefore, better relations within the community.
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