My favorite Sports is basketball. It looks so cool in TV that I was crazy about those basketball stars ever since I was little.

Women’s basketball began in 1892 at Smith College when Senda Berenson, a physical education teacher, modified Naismith’s rules for women. Shortly after she was hired at Smith, she went to Naismith to learn more about the game. Fascinated by the new sport and the values it could teach, she organized the first women’s collegiate basketball game on March 21, 1893, when her Smith freshmen and sophomores played against one another. Her rules were first published in 1899 and two years later Berenson became the editor of A.G. Spalding’s first Women’s Basketball Guide, which further spread her version of basketball for women.

Basketball requires speed, height and skills. I run, jump, switch, and try to hit! All parts of my body are exercised in this sport. I feel that I’m like wind flying in the playground for my goal, which makes me feel so great! Basketball needs quick reaction and decision. When chance comes, it may disappear in the next second. I should keep an eye watching as an eagle, decide and judge quickly as a leopard, and run for it as a wolf.

Further more, basketball is a sports more than just exercising, It needs team work. No one can play himself. A team should work together. So I learn to cooperate with others in this game. I should understand what my teammate doing and what he needs me to do for him. On the other side, I should learn to show my teammate what I need. At the same time, I need to keep an eye on the whole game, knowing how is the situation of our team and how is the other team. It involved more cooperation and strategy.

I played basketball more for about 5 years now. I make many good friends through this sports. It is proud to win honor for my team and my school. Also I enjoy all games with my friends. Basketball will be my best friends in the future and my best memory about school life.

Most people like swimming in the summer, because it is very comfortable to be close to water in the hot day. Besides swimming, rafting is another good choice for water sports. And I think it is more exciting and interesting than swimming. Rafting not only is it a fun way to get in touch with nature, but can be a enjoyable group experience. Going with a group of friends, family, or even girlfriend / boyfriend is a great way to relax and enjoy yourself.

Rafting has several different ways. You can choose a bamboo raft or a inflatable boat. River rafting, also known as white water rafting, can be exhilarating but dangerous. It’s easy to forget as you’re rafting quickly over the rapids that one small bump can send you into the river.

Before you go on with rafting in the US rivers, there are two important rafting gear and equipments which you must have first. You need to have a dry bag with you before you go on rafting. This particular type of bag safe keeps all of your belongings and ensures that it will be kept intact throughout the adventure.

Wear Shoes
Shoes aren’t technically safety gear, but they can help you keep from slipping if you’re out of the raft. Try to avoid flip-flops and instead opt for water shoes, sandals that are secure on your feet, or old tennis shoes.

Wear Safety Gear
Most rafting companies will require you to wear a life vest and a helmet, but even if you’re in a situation where it’s not required, you should. Even a slight shift in weight in a raft can send you into the river where drowning or hitting your head on a rock are very real possibilities.

 Avoid cotton clothing while rafting, except in summers as cotton takes away the warmth from your body. Wool, polyester fleece and other synthetic materials will keep you warmer and will dry faster than cotton. Many rafting clubs have wetsuits available for rent.