Imagine this: You’re a kid again, playing your favourite sport.

No refs. No timers. No scoreboard glaring down at you. Just you and the game.

What do you remember most?

Maybe it’s zooming around, feeling unstoppable. Maybe it’s your friends cheering, or the goofy moments that make you crack up.

Back then, you didn’t care about trophies or being number one. You played because it was awesome.

Then out of nowhere, things got serious. Suddenly, it’s all about points, rankings, and who’s watching.

The fun? It gets buried under stress and a “have to win” mindset.

And that’s a bummer – because when all you think about is winning, the game stops feeling like a game and starts feeling like a job.

To get you back to that early joy, I’ll (Coach Adam) ask you one question:

If nobody was keeping score, would you still lace up and play?

Think about it. Without a scoreboard, would you still love the game? Would you still hustle, sweat, and show up every day?

Figuring out why you play – the stuff that lights you up inside – can make every second feel like a blast, win or lose.

This isn’t about ignoring wins – it’s about seeing the bigger picture.

The best players don’t just play for the W. They play because they love getting better, pushing harder, and soaking in the fun.

What keeps you coming back?