Sports are the best leadership school

Before fashion, before moving abroad, before anything, there was field hockey. I’ve been playing since I was a kid, and honestly, sports taught me more about leadership than any class ever could.

Being part of a team is like being part of a little world. Everyone has different roles, different strengths, and different moods, but we all have to work together toward the same goal. That taught me how to listen, how to support others, and when to speak up. It also taught me what it really means to lead, not by yelling, but by showing up, staying calm under pressure, and setting the tone even on the hard days.

As team captain, I learned to make decisions quickly, adapt when things don’t go to plan, and be the one people could count on. Those lessons go way beyond the field. Now, whenever I’m working on a project, in class, or even just navigating life, I go back to that same mindset: trust your instincts, stay grounded, and always have your team’s back.

Sports also taught me discipline. Waking up early, managing time, pushing through when I’m tired, those habits carried over to everything I do. They help me stay focused with my studies and stay consistent with my creative work too.

I honestly believe that sports shape the kind of person you become. They build resilience, empathy, and confidence. They show you how to fail, and how to try again. And for me, that foundation is something I’ll carry with me forever, no matter what field I’m in.