A good sportsman is courteous.
On the field, he does not jeer at errors. He does not cheer at the opponent’s defeat. He treats them as guests, not enemies.
In school, he is considerate to the authorities, the fellow students and the teachers.
In life, he is respectful to others. He treats them as he would like to be treated.

A good sportsman is modest.
On the field, he works for the good of the team rather than for individual honour. He will even sacrifice his own prestige for his team. He is a gracious winner.
In school, he does not become conceited over his success neither does he feel himself superior to his class-mates.
In life, he does not blow his own trumpet or boast about what he has done.

A good sportsman is generous.
On the field, he applauds a good play of his opponents.
In school, he appreciates the merits of others.
In life, he does not ridicule but encourages one who is down. He is not afraid to voice his opinions openly and clearly.

A good sportsman is determined.
On the field, he plays hard. He fights though he may be already defeated. He accepts adverse decisions. He is a good loser.
In school, he does his work. He keeps on working in the face of almost certain failure. He has the wisdom to think straight and the pluck to do the right thing.
In life, he does his part however hard it may be. He accepts reverses with a smile and tries again.

A good sportsman is obedient.
On the field, he observes the rules of the games.
In school, he observes all the regulations.
In life, he respects the rules which help to promote harmony.

A good sportsman is fair.
On the field, he competes in a clean, hard fought but friendly way. He helps an injured opponent.
In school, he does not waste his time nor that of the teachers. He is always honest.
In life, he sees impartially both sides of an issue.