I have never been involved in sports, but rugby is my first time playing. A sense of anticipation lingers as I put on boots and walk onto the field. Rugby doesn't only demand physical prowess and strategic thinking but is a team sport where everyone has a role on the field. This aspect of the sport has taught me things like communication and mutual respect. 

The first time I came to practice, I was anxious and scared of tackling; I didn’t want to get hurt or hurt anyone. I felt this mental block stayed with me early in the season. The first match we had was against BPS. This is when I hit rock bottom—I felt distraught and thought I was weighing my team down. Maybe I’m just not fit for sports. 

Despite all of this, I kept coming to practice. I didn’t dare quit, and this was the decision I’ll never regret making. The victory of the match against IBS sparked my passion. I could feel the shift in the atmosphere of our team, and the cheering and singing on the bus ride home was something incredible that glued us together even more.