Rédaction Africa Links 24 with Guardian Nigeria
Published on 2024-02-20 03:20:53
Deeper Life High School (DLHS), Lagos Campus, believes that sports is one of the best ways to instil discipline, perseverance, and hard work in students. This was reiterated by the school’s administrator, Emmanuel Eze, during the sixth inter-house sports competition held at its sports ground over the weekend.
Eze emphasized the importance of sports in the overall development of students, stating that it plays a crucial role in promoting physical fitness, strength, discipline, self-esteem, confidence, and teamwork. He also highlighted the broader view of the world and life that sports can provide to students. Eze expressed the school’s commitment to encouraging students to participate in sports, rather than focusing solely on academics.
The event, attended by parents and well-wishers of the school, was chaired by Rear Admiral Daniel Atakpa, who stressed the significance of sports in the training and development of young minds. He urged schools to expose their students to sporting activities as they contribute to the development of the total individual, fostering essential life skills such as dedication, discipline, and teamwork.
The students participated in various sporting events including tug of war, high jump, relay races, and different track events such as the 100, 200, and 400 meters races. The competition was hotly contested, with each house vying for top honors.
Yellow House emerged as the overall winner of the competition, securing 16 gold, 7 silver, and 5 bronze medals. Blue House followed closely in second place with 9 gold, 16 silver, and 9 bronze medals, while Green House secured the third position with 9 gold, 16 silver, and 9 bronze medals.
In addition to the sporting events, the houses also participated in a march past, with Green House clinching first place with 95 points, followed by Yellow House with 91 points, and Blue House with 84 points.
The successful conclusion of the sports competition was a testament to the school’s commitment to promoting physical fitness and overall student development through sports. It also highlighted the spirit of togetherness, friendship, learning, and growth that such events foster among the student body.
In conclusion, the event was a reaffirmation of DLHS’s dedication to providing a holistic educational experience that encompasses both academic and sporting pursuits. The school’s emphasis on the importance of sports in shaping well-rounded individuals was evident throughout the competition, and it served as a platform for students to showcase their talent and sportsmanship.
