We encourage students to strive for excellence through competition as the foremost goal. And to help students set goals for athletic achievement that will aid students in developing the proper respect of hard work, discipline, and sacrifice that are necessary for achieving results. And enable students to become physically fit and to learn appreciation for wellness through exercise. And to teach students (through preparing and participating in sporting competition) the social skills that transfer to living in our society. these skills include communicating effectively, understanding group dynamics, developing positive personal attitudes, building leadership traits, having compassion for others, and learning to respect authority.