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I know nuts about basketball.

Besides dunk and NBA, I do not understand other basketball lingos.
“Check, air ball, fast break, free throw, box out, travel, three pointers etc”
(Click for Basketball jargons to impress the kids)

But I do know Sports with children go together, and I am actively engaging the kids and family through more sporting activities.

Besides the tangible benefits like improved fitness and fun factor, the intangibles benefits are the parent and child bonding session, and character building (resilience and sportsmanship).

They were all laughing at me when I was played like a monkey or I constantly air ball and travel!
But I did not mind playing the fool and let the kids win haha 🙂

Coming back to basketball or soccer, I did not transfer any “skills” to them, the younger ones were all motivated by their big brother.
The way they played looks professional and I was just a newbie (noob) in their basketball court haha.

My Uncle joints are still aching after last weekend’s basketball play, but I am game for more Sports session with my kids.

Do follow our Sports pursuit on the right panel (of blog), Hiking, Cycling and Running 🙂

If basketball and soccer is too tiring, go for a hike around Singapore’s parks and nature trails.
We would recommend something easy, like our 2 hour Marang Trail from Habour Front to Labrador Park (album link).

Sports with Children, it is Free, Fun, and keep us Fit 🙂
(keeps kids away from too much electronic games too)

From 16Mar to 30Jun 2013, the annual Community Games 2013 (CG2013) aim to “Bond Residents, Connect Communities”.

Organised by People’s Association and Community Sports Clubs, a slew of games are waiting for your family and friends to participate. Registration is free.

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To quote from CG2013 :
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The objectives of the CG are:
(a) Develop a strong and inclusive sporting culture with passion and enthusiasm from all walks of life; and
(b) Enhance social cohesion and community bonding, linking people through mass participation and involvement.
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Daddy always believe that Sports is a useful platform to instill discipline, perseverance and determination to mold a child’s character. Together, a family can always enjoy some outdoor activities like cycling, jogging, blading or even swimming.

Family activities will make our family bond stronger, everyone becomes fitter, and we nurture a love for the great outdoors. Unfortunately, Daddy is not quite the sporty type of person. Since he completed his NS cycle, Daddy’s fitness level has fallen. We hope CG2013 will push Daddy to buck up 🙂

Are you already motivated, or curious to find out what is on offer from CG2013?
Do pop by CG2013 page and register for your Games now.

** These games are now open for registration (Badminton, Basketball, Bowling, Dragonboat and Football), but do take note that team members must be from different Ages, Races and Estates, as the idea is to connect a diverse community.

SengkangBabies are proud to be one of CG2013’s official bloggers.

For more updates and photos about Community Games 2013 (CG2013) :
– CG2013 Fanpage (photos of previous events)
– http://www.pacsc.org.sg

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Community Games 2013