LC Business Education

A personal experience blog from a student player

More than winning, losing, and wearing our team colors, intramurals reminded me that some of life’s most valuable lessons happen outside the classroom.

From September 22 to 26, 2026, Lourdes College came alive with the excitement of Intramurals 2026. The campus felt different. The usual routines of attending classes, completing requirements, and preparing for examinations gave way to cheering crowds, friendly rivalries, intense games, and moments that brought students together in a way that ordinary school days rarely do.

For five days, we were not just students trying to keep up with deadlines. We were athletes, teammates, supporters, and proud representatives of our respective programs.

As a Business Administration student, I initially saw intramurals as an opportunity to compete, enjoy the games, and take a break from academic pressure. I wanted to give my best, contribute to my team’s performance, and experience the thrill of representing my fellow business students. But as the competition unfolded, I realized that intramurals offered something much more valuable than the excitement of winning a game.

It gave me lessons I could never fully learn from a textbook.

The Feeling of Being Part of a Team

There is something special about putting on your team jersey. It may look like an ordinary piece of clothing, but once you wear it, you carry the pride, expectations, and hopes of the people you represent.

Every cheer from the sidelines, every word of encouragement from a teammate, and every moment of preparation reminded me that I was part of something bigger than myself.

During competition, things did not always go according to plan. There were moments of pressure, mistakes, exhaustion, and uncertainty. Sometimes, you wanted to do more but your body was already tired. Sometimes, you knew you could have performed better. And sometimes, you simply had to trust your teammates to do their part.

That was when teamwork became more than just a word we often hear in class.

I learned that being part of a team means showing up even when you are tired, encouraging others when they are struggling, accepting mistakes without blaming one another, and celebrating the achievements of your teammates as if they were your own.

As a business student, I could not help but see the connection. In an organization, success rarely depends on one person alone. A company may have a brilliant leader, talented employees, and an excellent strategy, but without cooperation and trust, achieving a common goal becomes difficult.

Intramurals reminded me that individual talent may help you stand out, but teamwork helps everyone move forward.

Pressure, Discipline, and the Courage to Keep Going

Competition looks exciting from the outside. People see the scores, the cheers, the celebrations, and the final results. What they do not always see are the preparations, the fatigue, the nervousness before a game, and the effort required to keep going when things become difficult.

As a player, I experienced the pressure of wanting to perform well—not only for myself but also for my teammates and the people cheering for us. There is a certain feeling when you know others are counting on you. It pushes you to give your best, but it can also make you afraid of making mistakes.

I learned that pressure is not necessarily something to avoid. Sometimes, it is an opportunity to discover what we are capable of doing.

Of course, motivation alone is not enough. You need discipline. You need to listen to your coach, respect the rules, prepare properly, manage your time, and remain committed even when the excitement begins to fade.

These lessons reminded me of the realities of business. Running a business is not always exciting. There are difficult decisions, unexpected problems, disappointing results, and days when progress seems slow. Entrepreneurs and managers cannot simply give up whenever circumstances become challenging.

They must learn to remain focused, adjust their strategies, and continue working toward their goals.

Discipline is what keeps you moving when motivation is no longer enough.

That realization is something I will carry with me long after the final whistle of Intramurals 2026.

Winning Is Sweet, but Character Matters More

Let us be honest: winning feels good.

There is nothing quite like the excitement of seeing your team succeed after all the preparation and effort. The cheers become louder, the smiles become wider, and every difficult moment suddenly feels worth it.

For the BSBA Soaring Eagles, this year’s intramurals gave us plenty of reasons to celebrate, including championship victories in college basketball and cheerchant, alongside the achievement of our women’s tennis champion.

Those accomplishments made us proud. They showed what dedication, preparation, and collective effort can achieve.

But as much as I appreciate winning, I also learned that the value of competition cannot be measured by medals, trophies, or the number of games a team wins.

There are lessons in losing, too.

A loss can reveal weaknesses that need improvement. It can teach humility, patience, and the importance of accepting feedback. It can remind us that effort does not always guarantee the result we want, but it can still help us become better.

In business, not every decision produces the expected outcome. Not every marketing campaign succeeds. Not every investment delivers the desired return. What matters is how we respond when things do not work out.

Do we blame others, or do we examine what went wrong? Do we give up, or do we learn and try again?

Intramurals taught me that a true competitor knows how to celebrate a victory without arrogance and accept defeat without losing confidence.

After all, the goal is not simply to win. It is to become better than we were before.

The Business Lessons Hidden in Every Game

One of the most surprising things about intramurals was how naturally the experience connected with what we study as business students.

In our classrooms, we discuss leadership, communication, strategic planning, motivation, decision-making, and organizational behavior. During intramurals, those concepts became real.

Leadership is not just about giving instructions. It is about setting an example, listening to others, keeping the team motivated, and taking responsibility when things go wrong.

Communication can make or break a team. A timely reminder, a clear instruction, or a word of encouragement can make a difference. Miscommunication, on the other hand, can lead to mistakes and missed opportunities.

Strategy matters, but adaptability matters just as much. Even the best plans may need to change when the situation changes. Teams must observe, evaluate, and adjust. Businesses face the same challenge when responding to competitors, customers, and changing market conditions.

People are an organization’s greatest asset. Every player has different strengths, weaknesses, and abilities. Some may be more confident under pressure, while others contribute through consistency, preparation, or encouragement. An effective team learns to recognize these differences and bring out the best in everyone.

And perhaps the most important lesson is this: success is not only about having the best people; it is also about helping people work well together.

As a business student, I now see intramurals as more than a sporting event. It is a living classroom where theories about people and organizations are tested through actual experience.

Friendships That Go Beyond Competition

Another thing I will remember about Intramurals 2026 is the people.

There were teammates who encouraged one another, classmates who cheered even when they were tired, and students who celebrated achievements beyond their own teams. There were conversations, laughter, shared frustrations, and moments that made the experience memorable.

These are the moments that do not always appear in the official results, but they often become the memories we treasure most.

Competition can bring out our desire to win, but it can also reveal our capacity to respect others. We may wear different colors and support different teams, but at the end of the day, we share the same campus and belong to the same school community.

I realized that healthy competition does not have to divide us. It can challenge us to improve while teaching us to appreciate the abilities of others.

In the business world, relationships matter. Building a professional network, working with people from different backgrounds, and maintaining mutual respect are important parts of long-term success. The ability to connect with others is just as valuable as technical knowledge.

Sometimes, the people we compete against today may become the colleagues, partners, or friends we work with tomorrow.

That is why sportsmanship matters. We can compete intensely without forgetting to respect one another.

Balancing Academics and the Things We Love

Being a college student means constantly juggling responsibilities. There are classes to attend, assignments to submit, group projects to finish, and examinations to prepare for. Adding intramurals to that list can make the week even more demanding.

But the experience reminded me that being a responsible student does not mean focusing exclusively on academic requirements.

We also need opportunities to discover our strengths, develop confidence, build friendships, and take care of our well-being.

Of course, participation requires balance. Our academic responsibilities remain important, and joining activities should also teach us how to manage our time and fulfill our commitments.

As future business professionals, we will eventually face competing priorities, tight deadlines, demanding responsibilities, and unexpected challenges. Learning to balance our time while remaining committed to our goals is a skill worth developing early.

Intramurals reminded me that education is not confined to lectures, examinations, and written outputs. Some of the most meaningful lessons happen when we step outside our comfort zones and allow ourselves to experience something different.

More Than a Champion, More Than a Player

Now that Intramurals 2026 has ended, the campus will gradually return to its usual rhythm. The cheers will fade, the jerseys will be put away, and academic responsibilities will once again take center stage.

But I do not think the experience ends with the closing ceremony.

I will remember the excitement of competing, the pressure of wanting to perform well, the importance of trusting my teammates, and the happiness of sharing an experience with people who gave their best. I will also remember that improvement takes time, that mistakes are part of learning, and that character is revealed not only when we succeed but also when things become difficult.

As a Business Administration student, I entered the intramurals expecting a week of sports and excitement. I came away with a deeper appreciation of leadership, teamwork, discipline, resilience, and the importance of treating people with respect.

These are not lessons I will leave on the playing field. They are qualities I hope to bring into my studies, future career, and eventually the organizations I may lead or become part of.

Because one day, the challenges may no longer involve a scoreboard or a championship game. They may involve managing a team, making difficult decisions, handling a business problem, or leading people through uncertainty.

When that day comes, I hope I will remember what intramurals taught me: prepare well, trust the people around you, learn from every setback, and never forget that success is more meaningful when it is shared.

Until the Next Game

To my teammates, thank you for the effort, encouragement, and memories. To our coaches and organizers, thank you for making this experience possible. To everyone who cheered, supported, and participated, thank you for helping create an atmosphere filled with school spirit and camaraderie.

And to every student who competed, whether you went home with a championship or a lesson learned, remember that your participation mattered.

Intramurals 2026 was more than a competition. It was a reminder that we are still learning, still growing, and still discovering what we can accomplish together.

As a proud member of the business student community, I carry those lessons with me—not just as a player, but as a future business professional.

The games may be over, but the lessons continue.

We came to compete. We learned to work together. And we left with something more valuable than a trophy: an experience that helped shape who we are becoming.

Soar high, Eagles! Until we meet again on the playing field.

Because the real victory is not only in how high we soar, but in how much we grow along the way.

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