There are many benefits that come with participating in intramurals leagues. Aside from the obvious point of view that Brock provides some of the best recreational programming on this side of the QEW, student involvement in intramural leagues gives you a leg up in your overall university experience. When considering whether to participate in intramurals, there are some key factors that should be highlighted, that might hopefully persuade you into taking the dive in (we offer water sports as well).
Being involved in intramural sports in university offers several benefits:
- Physical Health and Mental Well-Being: Regular participation in intramural sports helps improve physical fitness, increase stamina, and reduce stress. Physical activity has also been linked to improved mood, better mental health, and increased overall happiness.
- Social Connections: It’s a great way to meet new people, make friends, and build a social network, especially for first year students or students new to campus or the region. What better way to make new friends and play a sport you love or try a new experience.
- Social Skills: Playing sports can help you develop skills in teamwork, communication, and leadership, which are valuable in both academic and professional settings. Not to mention, playing in intramurals helps to teach the value of time management. Juggling practices, games, and academic responsibilities teach students how to better manage their time and prioritize commitments. Who would have thought playing sports could help you with your future career path?
- Stress Relief: Engaging in sports provides a healthy outlet for stress and anxiety, helping students balance the academic pressures of university life. Intramurals can provide you with that momentary escape from the stress of mid-terms and allow you to refocus and gain fresh perspective.
- Fun and Enjoyment: Intramural sports offer an enjoyable and competitive environment where students can have fun and experience the thrill of sports without the commitment of varsity-level competition. Intramural sports allow students to try new activities, develop new skills, and improve existing ones in a low-pressure environment.
With the winter session just around the corner and registration just days away (Coed Ice Hockey registration starts today), you may be contemplating if participating in a league might be worth it. The answer is quite simple – YES, it is! Don’t delay or put it off any longer and miss out on all the benefits of being involved. The games are about to start, and you deserve to be in them.
Visit us online at https://brocku.ca/recreation/intramurals/ for more information. Or stop by and see us at the Intramurals office in the Walker Sports Complex.
We can’t wait to welcome you to the team!
