Sports & Games

Sports & Games

One of the Greatest Greek Philosophers, Aristotle, argued that “means Sano en Corpore Sano” Which he meant “Healthy mind in a health body” The Games and Sports are the only paths which dominate in generating healthy minds which are very much required in academic Career. Games are those competitive sports or an activity which have rules and funny. Games e.g. Olympics Games, Commonwealth Games, East Africa Challenge Cup, World University Games (FISU), All Africa University Games (FASU), East African University Games (EAUG), Tanzania University Sports Association Games(TUSA), Inter Faculty and University spots Day Games . Almost all the above mentioned Games/Competitions are mainly for University students. FOR WORKERS THESE ARE “MASHINDANO YA MASHIRIKA YA UMMA TANZANIA (SHIMMUTA), “MEI MOSI –“WORKERS DAY, Inter Department and University Games and Sports Day which aim at bringing together University Employees with their families. SPORTS are activities you do for pleasure using physical efforts or skill, this being done in a specified area following set rules. PLAYGROUNDS Our University being rich in playgrounds has six for Football, four for Netball, four for Basketball, three for Volleyball, nine for Tennis, One Track & Field-Athletics, A swimming pool and Indoor for Badminton, Table Tennis, Basketball and Aerobic training and a International Cricket ground. Most of them are located at the Main Campus USE OF PLAY GROUNDS They are meant for Students, University Employees and the Surrounding Community. They are also open for hiring at low charges that are almost free. SPORTS, GAMES AND RECREATION UNIT. If you want to play in an organized sports league or you just want to get away from the pressures of college life and social life Games and Sports Unit of our office is DEFINITELY for you. In collaboration with UDSM Academic Department of Physical Education, Sports and Culture (PESC), Dean of Students’ Office is committed to offering safe and quality recreational programs, facilities, and services to UDSM students, staff and family in order to foster personal growth. We are committed to promote healthy lifestyles in an environment that value, embrace, and enrich individual differences. ADVANTAGES OF ONES INVOLVEMENT IN SPORTS ARE MANY. A few mentioned are: Minimizing or eliminating completely chances of getting HIV-AIDS Perpetuating Youth Enabling one to spend economically Eliminating or reducing chances of misbehaviour Creating Friendship and Good relations Enhancing Capability in academic affairs because practice makes perfect learning environment through Sports journeys/trips. Remember: A Healthy Mind in a Healthy Body! For more information, contact Games Coach