Friday, 26th September

I’m completely wiped out after today’s Sports Day, but honestly, it was amazing. The weather couldn’t have been better — sunny, breezy, and perfect for spending the whole day outside. The school playground was full of noise and movement, and everyone seemed both excited and nervous at the same time.

Our school basketball team, the Falcons, had been training hard for weeks, and today was the big match against the senior team. I could feel the pressure the moment we stepped onto the court. The sound of sneakers on the ground, the whistle, and the cheers from the crowd made everything feel a bit unreal.

The game itself was intense — fast passes, quick breaks, and a lot of shouting. By halftime, we were only a few points behind, and the tension was unbelievable. I managed to score twice in the last quarter, and even though we didn’t win, we came so close that it almost didn’t matter. When the final whistle blew, we were all exhausted but proud.

What struck me most wasn’t just how hard we played, but how much we supported each other. People who normally don’t say much were shouting encouragement, and everyone gave their best. It really showed what teamwork can do when everyone’s focused on the same goal.

Afterwards, we just sat around on the playground, sweaty and laughing, watching the sun go down behind the school building. It was one of those rare moments when everything felt right — like we were part of something bigger than ourselves.

I don’t think I’ll forget today for a long time. It wasn’t about winning; it was about being out there, giving everything, and realising how much we’ve grown as a team.