The glory of sports comes from dedication, determination & desire. Achieving success and personal glory in athletics has less to do with wins and losses than it does with learning how to prepare yourself so that at the end of the day, whether on the track or in the office, you know that there was nothing more you could have done to reach your ultimate goal" ~ Jackie Joyner Kersee.

DAY 20: Which sport stars dazzle your world?

The Idea: Africa has its fair share of sporting superstars who have unfailingly dazzled us with their brilliant performances and successes over the years. Sports delights, informs and inspires us in profound ways to reach and fulfill our true potential. Today, take a moment to reflect on and write about a sportsperson and how they have motivated and inspired you. What do you appreciate most about their work? It doesn't have to be a well-known professional. To quote Arthur Ashe, "You are never really playing an opponent. You are playing yourself, your own highest standards, and when you reach your limits, that is real joy."

For inspiration, click & read the following article about Ethiopian world record holder track and field athlete, Genzebe Dibaba

For further inspiration, click & read the following articles about double world sprint runner-up Murielle Ahoure
& an insight into all the best aspects of life as an elite athlete from Nigerian superstar Blessing Okagbare

REFLECT AND SHARE

Share your reflection on our our website AfricaOracle.Com and by the end you'll have a collection of beautiful entries in one place! You can also read thoughts from other people and browse through additional resources and inspiration.

With gratitude,

Joyce Sarpong

Founder and CEO of AfricaOracle