Make me a narrative (real or imagined) but it must be based off the topic choices below:
1. A challenge faced by a student athlete
Portfolio Requirements:
Must be about that topic listed above
Your narrative must be your own words and ideas, 100% original
Your narrative must be at least 400 words
Your narrative must include dialogue
Your narrative must have a clear organization, starting with the exposition & ending with a resolution. It should follow the elements of a plot diagram.
Growing up, Sarah always had a passion for track and field. From a young age, she dedicated countless hours to training and pushing herself to be the best athlete she could be. Now in her junior year of high school, she had her sights set on a scholarship to a Division I college. But as the pressures of academics and athletics began to pile up, Sarah found herself facing a challenge that she never anticipated.
It all started when Sarah injured her ankle during a crucial track meet. The doctor said she needed at least six weeks of rest before she could begin training again. This news was devastating to Sarah, as she had worked so hard to maintain her spot as the top sprinter on the team. The thought of missing out on valuable practice time and possibly losing her spot on the team was overwhelming.
As the weeks went by, Sarah found herself falling behind in her classes as well. Balancing schoolwork, physical therapy, and keeping up with the demands of being a student athlete was proving to be more difficult than she had ever imagined. She began to doubt whether she would be able to meet the expectations of her coaches, teachers, and herself.
One day, as Sarah was struggling to keep up with her schoolwork while icing her ankle, her coach paid her a visit. "Hey Sarah, I know things have been tough lately," he said. "But I want you to know that we believe in you. You're more than just an athlete, you're a student too. Take this time to focus on your recovery and your studies. The track will still be here when you're ready to come back."
Those words stuck with Sarah as she made the decision to prioritize her health and academics over everything else. With the support of her coach, teachers, and teammates, she was able to catch up on her schoolwork and make a successful return to the track. It wasn't easy, but Sarah learned the valuable lesson that sometimes setbacks can lead to new opportunities for growth and self-discovery.
In the end, Sarah not only regained her spot on the team but also earned a scholarship to her dream school. The challenges she faced during her junior year taught her resilience, determination, and the importance of finding balance in all aspects of her life. And as she stood on the podium at her final track meet, she knew that she was ready to face whatever challenges came her way in the future.