Dr. Kami Hoss

International football culminates every four years in the FIFA World Cup, with 32 nations vying for the grand title of world’s best. While soccer is not as popular in the U.S. as its own football or basketball, there are many fine life lessons that can be learned from watching and going to these games. Here are some of them. Image source: bzbexpress.com One, brands get to showcase their products in these events. Global brands like Adidas and Coca-Cola are staple in the World Cup, with ads integrated into the event and placed on billboards and players’ jerseys, feeding on the worldwide passion for the game. The idea is to tie products to the image and community surrounding the event, and not just focus on the products alone. Secondly, the so-called underdog always gets a chance. Not all countries that make it to the World Cup are powerhouses. In fact, perennial contender Italy just lost to Sweden in the recent qualifiers for the 2018 games in Russia. On the last ...

It doesn’t surprise sports fans that their favorite athletes are also good singers and musicians. Before a game, professional players are seen entering the court with their headphones on. In the Olympics, the opening and closing ceremonies are anticipated because of musical performances. Musical artists participate in exhibition matches together with pro athletes, giving everyone a great time. Image source: stack.com Teamwork Teamwork isn’t only experienced in sports. Playing in a band builds a bond among members, just like in any other team sport. A guitar player won’t play the part of a drummer; neither will a drummer play the part of the pianist. When a band plays together, it is expected that each member knows his part. To fully know his part, he would have to listen to the piece over and over again, memorize the parts of the other members, but acknowledge that he won’t be able to play those because he is to play his own part. Like in a basketball team, a cen...