Learners have to participate in school sports to increase confidence, mental
alertness, and self-esteem. Sports are important because it helps to teach various skills to learners like leadership, patience, team efforts, and social skills. Sport is good for your physical and mental health. They also help develop leadership skills and equip them with the ability to set goals and build character. Participating in sports can lead to higher self-esteem and better social interaction. It also helps learners have a positive outlook on life. Participating in sport and physical activity also contributes to the holistic development of learners. Not only does participation contribute to physical and mental health outcomes and valuable social connections, but physical activity (including sport) has been linked to cognitive function and development.