My whole life, I’ve been constantly searching for the ultimate thrill, the ultimate challenge, the supreme game, and little did I know, that I had already stumbled upon my holy grail in the form of soccer. What started out as a selfish desire to start a collection of prized trophies turned into a burning passion over they years. No theme park could compare to the height of emotions and adrenaline rush at a close game. Five minutes never felt so long when you’re only up by one, and the opposing team is uncomfortably close to your side of the field. But soccer has turned into more than a source of fun, it has played a major factor in my life and has taught me more about my morals and values in life than church or school ever has.

It helps me lead a healthy life style. Woe to the athlete who dares to enter onto the field with inferior fitness. Even though I loathed those sessions of conditioning, I rejoiced in the game because of it. It is always a race to the ball, and it would always come down to who had poured more heart and soul into those agonizing hours of running and sprinting. I made sure to always give it my all and run my soul ragged. When the competition is at its peak in situations like this, I lose all sense of humanity and give in to animal instincts. I make sure to leave my manners on the sidelines during the game. But when the game is over, I remember my duty as an athlete, and comply to the rules of sportsmanship. After all, we are all united under the love for the game, and one must remember, it’s nothing personal. I’ve taken this lesson to my everyday life, and to reduce my chances of losing, I also make sure I am prepared for life when it comes to things like tests and scholarships.

Soccer, like any other sport, is a game of chance. The game ball will either make you or break you, bring you victory, or defeat. The anticipation before the looming battle ahead is almost unbearable.
 

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