PROJECTIONAL ENGLISH COURSE

VIII CYCLE

NAME: CINTIA NOEMI HERNANDEZ HERNANDEZ

SHEDULE: 18:15 – 19:55

THEME: SPORTS IN LATIN AMERICA

TEACHER NAME: LUIS MIGUEL MAMANI CAIPA

TACNA-PERU

2019
WHAT IS A SPORT?

There are many different sports disciplines around the world, some more known than
others. However, to learn about these it could be a good idea to first answer the main
question “What is a sport?” A sport is an activity that is competitive and athletic, and
which requires some particular set of skills or physical abilities to be carried out.

There are several types of sports, usually divided by four main categories according to
the types of skills required: physical sports (swimming, gymnastics), motorised sports
(these often involve vehicles like cars or motorbikes), mind sports (like chess, which
needs a lot of attention and critical thinking skills), and sports with animals (horseback
riding, for example). Some of these activities can be individual, and others may be
performed on couples or even teams.

WHY ARE SPORTS IMPORTANT?

Sports are deeply ingrained in the different cultures found around the world. Learning
about sports helps the little ones get to know more about their surroundings, breaking
down language and cultural barriers as they get to know new vocabulary and
expressions as they practice their favorite disciplines. Moreover, practicing a sport is the
perfect way for children to learn about sportsmanship, and also to grasp the importance
that teamwork has in a person’s life.

Additionally, children that grow up practicing a sport develop great physical skills, are
more inclined to make new friends have improved self-esteem and lower levels of
stress, which in turn is quite beneficial for their mental health. So, sports are not only
great for the body, but also for the children’s mind.

FIVE MOST POPULAR SPORTS IN LATIN AMERICA

This year the Summer Olympic Games are going to be held for the first time in South
America. With more than 200 countries participating, there is a lot of excitement
building to watch our favorite teams in Rio.
Starting on August 5, more than 10,000 athletes will compete in 42 Olympic sports. If
you were wondering about the most popular sports in Latin America, here are the top 5.

 SOCCER

Soccer is a passion and an important component of Latin American culture. It’s

practically the most religiously followed of sports between young and old and rich and
poor. Copa América, the oldest international continental football competition is
happening right now and people in Latin America are locos de la Cabeza! (out of their
mind.

 BASEBALL

This is the sports Cuba and the Dominican Republic are the most passionate about. For
them, baseball is at the same level for soccer elsewhere in Latin America. Many
professional players from these countries play in the US Major League Baseball.

 BOXING

Boxing is widely practiced throughout Latin America. This sport is especially popular
in Mexico which has more world boxing champions than any other country after the
United States.

 BASKETBALL

Basketball is a very popular sport in Argentina. Along with the United States, Argentina
is the only country to have won five of FIBA’s most important titles in the sport.

 ATHLETICS

Latin America has excelled in Athletics! Track and field, triathlon, race walking are
among the popular ones.

ADVANTAGES

It is well-known fact that a myriad number of young people spend most of their leisure
time playing sports such as basketball, football, tennis and so on. Playing sports not
only offer positive outcomes to health such as boost energy, increase metabolism, the
power to concentrate, fitness but also instill values of confidence, coordination, and
leadership in team sports. Moreover, schools promote sports as extracurricular activities
on regular basis and set the background to quench the thirst of passionate students an
opportunity to uplift their proficiency. Psychologist proved that one who participated in
sports activity on regular basis entails brain sharpness and enhanced intellectual
capacity. Hence, playing games do not only work out for the body but also exercise for
the brain.

DISADVANTAGES

On the other hand, playing sports can be deteriorating in one's career. Parents often
complain that their children play sports all the time and not focus on academic
requirements such as class homework. As a result, these obsessed young people fail to
attain a higher level of education. Everyone knows that sports-related injuries are
prevalent among players these days. For instance, Football players are more vulnerable
to brain concussions and muscle injury. However, muscles strain can be recovered with
conservative and surgical treatment. Unfortunately, many sports players lost their ability
to perform activities of daily living due to coup and countercoup injuries. Hence, sports
come with unwelcome effects.

CONCLUSIÓN

After probing both sides of prompt; it is worth saying that indeed there are pros and
cons for young people who play sports. Detrimental effects of sports may be prevented
by restricting to a certain type of sports and by maintaining the strength and flexibility
of working muscles. Thus, Advantages of sports outweigh its drawbacks, as a
consequence, it is better in terms of physical wellbeing and exercise for the brain.