Most people get involved in athletics, clubs, bands, or group settings that reflect their interests. When participating in these events, it sparks you to move outside of your comfort zone and learn more about yourself. More specifically, sports can have a huge impact on your personality. You are encouraged to venture out and go above the standards, which tests most athletes’ character. While playing sports, you build different aspects of your character and personality that you may not have found without it. Throughout my years of competing, I noticed the development of my character and how I am able to trace back to what made me into the athlete and person I am today. For instance, hearing the jeers from the crowd about my tiny build turned me into a resilient player and motivated me to play big. In certain moments, I played so big to the point where I found myself sacrificing my body to exhibit the amount of bravery I had within me. Despite going back into a game injured, I was able to set an example of leadership to my teammates that if you have the heart and drive, you’re willing to put anything on the line. Athletes are put into different scenarios and situations that require resilience, leadership, bravery, strong work ethic, and many other traits in order to succeed. There is a difference between “good” and “great” athletes, the “good” are only supplied with talent, whereas, the “great” are able to recognize the growth of character. Athletics have their own way of bringing out the best in athletes, but in the end, it is the drive and strong traits that are the building blocks to be someone greater. Not only do sports make you an outstanding athlete, but also prepares you for life and how you will handle certain situations along the way. In conclusion, sports can help shape your personality and have an impact on the type of person you will become in the future.