Dribbling through the Lost Hobby

   Shooting right into the hoops, jumping up to retrieve the ball, passing ,running to attack and defending against the opponents were fun segments of basketball. I have always enjoyed playing this beautiful sport . The story starts when I gave it a try in my 6th Grade. Since then, I have been an active sports member trying to do my best in every game I attended. What's so special about basketball some may ask? But I would say It meant everything to me.

    During my days in Kuwait , I was part of the school basketball team for a solid 4 to 5 years. Those Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays were unforgettable. Our basketball practice spanned for 2 hours, the last half an hour booked to play a match by formulating different teams. We would be waiting for the final segment as it was the most interesting, challenging and fun trilled session of all. Team leaders would be chosen by our coach and they would formulate teams. And when it was over, win or lose, I’d rush home to regale my mom with tales of my on-court exploits, while teasing my brother if he happened to be on the losing side. Those were golden days, filled with laughter, competition, and camaraderie.

 During my college days, when I got an opportunity to be part of the trials, I gave it a shot. Even though I knew it has been years since I played . Doubts crept my mind, but I was in for a surprise. The basics were still there embedded in muscle memory and I could sink in a shot or two. I got to be in a good shape and practice more to be an asset for my team – I thought to myself. When I was selected I made a  rigorous schedule for myself 1 month before the tournament , determined to give it my all .

 

 Basketball taught me various lessons. To not give up and to march ahead. If I could turn back time , I would surely cherish the moments I had with my fellow team mates and seniors , enjoying each pass, each dribble and every shot . 

A long story also awaits on number 13....  Its not my lucky number if, that's what popped up in your mind. Everyone has a lucky number but I do not have a number which bought me good luck.... This number is a mark of a past chapter of my life. Well lets keep that for the next time .. Lets not reveal everything here..