High jump

I took a shot. The ball made beautiful arch and went into the basket. I yelled “Yeah! I made it.” Shugo and Takumi came to me, and we high-fived. It was just an ordinary shot, however I was so happy that I made the shot. This was the moment that I determined to play basketball. I immediately joined the basketball team in my school. In the team, I was the worst player, and I knew that…

vertically challenged all through middle school and part of highschool, my hands could barely grasp the bottom of the net. Entering my freshman year, I was a whopping 4’ 11”. Over and over I jumped as high as I could, reaching towards that distant orange ring that I so much wished to grab. I would jump until my shins were on fire, burning from the pressure that they had been put under. I would…

A well known debate today is whether young adults should seek a post-secondary education or if they should jump right into the workforce after graduating high school. When analyzing articles, you have to pay attention to the dates they were written and who wrote them. Some sources are biased and could persuade your thoughts and decisions in a negative way. Many people disagree with attending a type of post-secondary schooling, but college can give students the ability to financially succeed…

ump sees this, you will be out. Crouch down with your front and back knee slightly bent and your arms slightly bent at your side. This is important because it slows you down. Next, I’ll tell you about getting a good lead or jump, as some people call it. Getting a good lead or jump is very important in your…

equipment to promote more participation in health-related physical activity. Introduction: Physical Activity (PA) in children is linked to improve physiological and psychological health, and the prevention of early chronic diseases in children such as, high cholesterol levels and diabetes. Schools are the perfect settings to promote PA during physical education (PE) classes, and during recess periods, especially when they make available the right infrastructure and equipment to their students.…

because i finally won the long jump. Freshman and sophomore year i was hurt, so it was difficult to do anything. I broke the school records in the 100m, 200m and Long Jump. Junior year comes around and I get hurt with a minor tear in my hamstring but I didn’t want to give up, like it was very important for me to continue. Being injured a lot does something to you and let’s just say I had my mind focused and really prepared to win first place. It's the day I have to jump at the meet and I was…

down. I know people say “I want out of high school as soon as possible,” I think differently. Once you graduate, you have to face the fact that you are an adult now and your parents wont be there to help you as much. The faster you graduate, the faster your out into the real world at college or working. It is very funny to me how throughout high school I told people, “I just want out of here so I can get on with my life.” I would rather be a senior in high school forever. It is weird to think…

This debate on how college admissions aren’t being too competitive because they bring out the best of your ability to do better in school. But, the counter being that the competition is going to make learning a less fun and enjoyable experience since students are caught up trying to do the hardest they can. Personally, I believe that making competitions just to learn isn’t a good idea for those who will like to learn and doesn’t take learning to another level just for pushing themselves. I…

Malone was born July 15, 1940, in Norfolk, Virginia to the late Charles Henry and Margaret Smith. The loss of her biological mother at ten years of age to cancer jump-started a drive like none other. Reared during an era where education was ingrained to guarantee a better way of life, she graduated Magna Cum Laude from Booker T. Washington High School in the Illustrious Class of 1958. Continuing her quest for knowledge; she received full-ride scholarships to Hampton Institute as well as…

people. Bravery means courageous behavior or action. Courage means not deterred by danger or pain; brave. To be brave or courageous can sometimes be a lot of hard work, depending on what you are trying to be brave for. I was once a cheerleader for my high school and our most important game was coming up; the game against our rivals. This was it, the day of the game; everyone was so energetic throughout school that no one could wait for the game. I had never been as nervous for a halftime…