Importance of Sports in Academic Development

Athletics have always been an essential component of a liberal education. Schools that offer more sports and field more successful teams produce higher test scores and graduation rates, research shows.

There is a relatively consistent body of research showing that students who participate in athletics tend to fare significantly better both in school and in later life. Participating in sports, like playing in the school band or competing on the debate team, are cognitively and organizationally demanding activities that help convey self-discipline and leadership skills. This is especially true for students from disadvantaged backgrounds.

In addition, it has also been found that schools that offer more sports and field more successful teams produce higher test scores and graduation rates. So, there is no reason to believe that schools that emphasize sports do so at the expense of other educational goals.

The evidence above suggests students benefit from schools that offer a variety of enriching activities, including sports.

At BlueCrest University College Ghana, we always support activities that promote sports among all section of students. Our College is having its own Basketball and Football team, which has participated in university level tournaments in Ghana and multiple friendly matches with other universities.