Games of Life
Tourneys, Opens, Cups, Leagues and so on... whatever you call it, it's a game of winning. And in every event, there will always be a loser and one can only be held victorious.I've been to a lot of sports tournaments. And what I hated most is to lose in a game, that is why I always give my best shot. However no matter how hard I try, sometimes there are others that are better than me.
Volley '07: It's been a great team this year. From last year's close-to-semis attempt against CAT, this year we made it to the semis with a twice to beat against TELCO. We won from Game 1 but unfortunately we were defeated at Game 2. It was a close-to-final attempt though.
Badminton All-Men's: With my partner, we sweep across the elimination round with no lose. From that moment, we are confident enough that we can bring home the bacon. But apparently, we were beaten at the semis.
Even though its hard to accept that you lose a game, I'm still happy and proud with myself, with my partner and with my team. Because even though I lose, I never see myself or my team as a loser but a good player. A player who gave his bestest best to win. A player that even though he lose he will still do his best at the next game. And one thing I realized is that, from the game that I joined, I win friends and camaraderie was formed, and that I think is a priceless possession better than gold medal.
I still remember the quote that is posted in our college gym, "It's not if you win or lose, it's about how you play the game". And that's the game plan! :)
