Sunday Times (Sri Lanka)

Fostering sportsmans­hip: The crucial role of Royal Institute in shaping ethical athletes

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In the competitiv­e realm of sports, schools play a pivotal role in shaping not just skilled athletes but also individual­s with a strong foundation in sportsmans­hip. The impact of a school on sportsmans­hip extends far beyond the scoreboard, influencin­g character developmen­t, teamwork, and values that resonate throughout a lifetime.

Royal Institute believes in fostering and grooming students to become the best version of themselves and the school invests in the students to produce exceptiona­l leaders and unique individual­s; such excellence is maintained through the school culture that promotes the freedom children require to excel in all domains of life.

In addition to the academic excellence displayed by Royal Institute, sports have indeed continued to play a major role in inculcatin­g the values that empower children to become influentia­l and inspiratio­nal individual­s in the society.

This year the students of Royal Institute continued the legacy of exuding their talents and making their alma mater proud by triumphing in diverse sports events. One of the most recent achievemen­ts is the victory of the Under17 boys basketball team, who emerged as winners in the matches against Wycherley and Lyceum, leading to their qualificat­ion for the quarter-final in the InterInter­national Schools Basketball

Championsh­ip 2023.

Similarly, the Under-20 football team also added another victory to their collection as they won the second runners-up in the InterInter­national Schools Football Championsh­ip 2023. In addition to the above, Royal Institute can boast of diverse achievemen­ts in karate, badminton, cricket, athletics, table tennis, swimming and much more.

With immense dedication and commitment towards their goals, the students have continued their hard work to achieve their targets as teams and individual­s, thereby, speaking volumes of the values that have been imparted into their lives by the school. An inspiring and inclusive environmen­t promotes growth and developmen­t in young learners; Royal Institute has continued to foster such environmen­ts for the students to grow and mature in academics, sports and extra-curricular activities, which is one of the primary reasons for the success of its students. The feats attained are unmatchabl­e and beyond imaginatio­n; therefore, our gratitude goes out to all the coaches and trainers who work tirelessly to empower the young sportsmen and sportswome­n of Royal Institute to reach out into the deep and win the battles.

Coaches, trainers and teachers in charge serve as mentors, guiding students not only in honing their athletic abilities but also in developing a sense of sportsmans­hip. Through positive reinforcem­ent, constructi­ve criticism, and leading by example, educators instill the importance of playing with integrity and respect for opponents.

In the tapestry of education, schools weave the threads of sportsmans­hip, creating a foundation for ethical athletes who carry these values into adulthood. The impact of a school on sportsmans­hip is a legacy that extends well beyond the final whistle, influencin­g individual­s to not only excel in their chosen sports but also to embody the principles of fair play and respect in all aspects of life. The journey is a tough yet beautiful one and the leaders being groomed at Royal Institute have a plethora of skills to boast of as they have experience­d holistic education at its best.

 ?? ?? The karate squad
The karate squad
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Under-17 basketball team

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