As a volleyball player, who wanted to go to nationals and be recognized by colleges. It made me
think to myself if I really did have the potential because of losing many games. As I lost one of
the most important games to me because I didn’t score the last point, it made me realize that I
needed to try harder, I needed to be more determined, more focused. Within giving myself the
motivation, I had tried not to lose after the game it showed me that this is a sport that I still love
and would keep doing if I wasn’t afraid of being the last point and losing the match again.
Months after the losing game, I tried to forget about it and practiced as much as I could because I
wanted scouts to see me, to maybe see “Wow she isn’t so bad. I would consider recruiting her.”
From having this determination of scouts being able to see me play I was excited to practice
every day. As the weeks went by practicing for another tournament with my teammates; finally,
the day came, and I was back on the court, focused and ready to win. In that moment, stepping
into the court, it didn’t matter to me that people were staring or how many matches I have lost. I
was here staring across the net, looking at my opponents, knowing I just wanted to play and
score points to go on to the next match.
From start to finish, I did not win one game with my team. This caused to me realize that you
can’t always win everything, and that life gives you different pathways even though you might
not accept at first. It lets you try out new things even if you don’t succeed in them. Although it
might be harsh to face the realization of something that you love, there is always a way to get
back into it even if you might not win. Knowing that I can still practice volleyball in other ways,
has given me comfort with the pain I have dealt with from losing matches. Regardless, of not
achieving any videos or scholarships for the sport that I love. I can still try out for a university
that can give me the opportunity of showing the skills that I still endure and accept me in their
team. As well, joining communities that have sessions to play the sport and have fun with others.
In the end, having the opportunity to play with regional teams, learn new skills, have fun, know
how it is to lose something and get back up on my feet. This sport has helped me to keep
accomplishing my dreams because of the number of opportunities the world gives us. I now
know that I should use every chance given to me to my advantage and to never give up.