Referees and umpires have been challenged to ensure fairness to all teams and participants during the ongoing 2024 Term One Ministry of Education (MoE) Schools co-curricular activities going on at different regions in the country.
Nelson Sifuna, Head of the Directorate of Field Coordination and Co-curricular activities at MoE made the remarks during the official opening of the 20th edition of the Nationals Term One Primary and Secondary Special Needs Education (SNE) Games Championships at Nakuru High Sunday, April 7 where he was the chief guest asking the participants to stick to the rules and enjoy the games and smooth flow of the programme.
Sifuna said the MoE is aware of the enormous benefits that students get from sports which provide an opportunity for the participants to meet in a competitive environment where each of them must observe strict rules of the game, be fast and yet accurate, leading to an individual who has a high level of self-discipline.
He observed that the opportunity to participate and watch some of the most popular games in the annual calendar for games and sports develop physically, socially, emotionally, mentally acquiring essential values of obedience, tolerance, patience, accountability, respect and stamina leading to an all rounded individual and the opportunity to display talents.
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The sports head affirmed that scientific studies have shown that exercise increases blood flow to the brain and helps the body build more network connections between the nerves, leading to increased concentration, enhanced memory, stimulated creativity and better developed problem solving skills.
Sifuna particularly appreciated the special needs games and sports for learners with diverse abilities noting that the event was not just a celebration of athleticism, but a testament to the indomitable spirit and boundless potential of every individual, regardless of their challenges.
He appraised the current curriculum reforms in the CBC, saying that Physical Education (PE) and sports is both a learning area and career pathway that needs to be developed and pursued.
Sifuna encouraged the athletes to be ambassadors of possibility since their presence was a beacon of hope for countless others who dare to dream beyond their limitations where their achievements will resonate far beyond the confines of the arena, igniting a spark of hope in hearts around the world.
Sifuna, who was the chief guest, extended an invitation to all SNE sports fans, coaches, volunteers and supporters to the Nakuru event which creates a platform for dreams to flourish and barriers shattered.
In the words of Nelson Mandela “sports has power to change the world. It has the power to inspire, it has the power to unite people in a way that little else does” echoed Sifuna saying the games will continue for the entire week and will be a testament to the transformative power of sport and serve as a beacon of hope, inclusion and possibility for generations to come.
According to Sifuna, sports is a journey of inclusivity, unity and empowerment which transcend barriers and redefine the meaning of sportsmanship embracing diversity as the greatest strength and recognising the unique talents that athletes brings to the field.
He appreciated the athletes as embodiment of resilience, courage and determination in a journey marked by countless triumphs and challenges overcome in pursuit of excellence inspired with unwavering dedication and spirit.
By Brian Ndigo
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