Our attitudes affect everything we do in sports. You can always tell when players approach practices and games with the right attitude. In any sport, talent only gets you so far. The right attitude can lead players to realize their full potential. The type of attitude I'm describing is an attitude of gratitude - being aware of and thankful for all things. This type of attitude accompanies virtues like work ethic, teamwork, excellence and humility.
Athletes with an attitude of gratitude work hard in practice because they are thankful for the opportunities to get better. They are respected by their teams because they are thankful for and respect their own teammates. Athletes like these always win - despite the score.
An attitude of gratitude - whether it's in athletics or outside of sports - is a CHOICE. It's a choice that needs to be practiced each day. Our attitudes are a choice that God gives us in everything we do. When we help our kids learn more about making that choice, we give them the keys to winning in life - despite the score.