By Ryan
When the sun finally breaks through the clouds and school winds down, there’s only one thing to do: get outside and get moving. Whether you’re looking for an adrenaline rush, a laugh with friends, or a new challenge, summer is the perfect season to dive into sport. Here’s a rundown of ten exciting sports you can try this summer—some traditional, some surprising, and all worth your time.
🏏1. Cricket
Long matches under a blue sky, breaks for tea, and the satisfying *crack* of bat meeting ball—cricket is a classic summer sport. Whether you’re bowling fast, fielding on the boundary, or just enjoying a slow-paced innings, it’s all about skill, strategy, and sunshine.
🎾2. Tennis
Tennis courts buzz with energy in summer, especially with Wimbledon fever in the air. Grab a racket, call a friend, and head to the nearest court. It’s fast, competitive, and a serious workout for your arms and legs. Watch out for tennis elbow!
🏃♀️3. Athletics
From 100-metre sprints to long-distance runs, high jump to javelin, athletics covers it all. It’s the purest form of competition—just you, your body, and the finish line. Perfect if you’re training for fitness, although personally I’d rather have a lie in on a Saturday morning.
🧹4. Quidditch
Yes, Quidditch, people actually play this in real life. Played on foot (sorry, no flying yet), this fast-paced sport involves chasing, dodging, tackling, and scoring—all while holding a broomstick between your legs. It’s bizarre, brilliant, and incredibly fun. Great for team players and Harry Potter fans alike.
🏄♀️5. Paddleboarding & Kayaking
If you live near a lake, river, or beach, water sports are a must. Paddleboarding tests your balance, while kayaking is all about rhythm and strength. Nothing beats gliding across calm water with the sun overhead.
Are you ready to move?
No matter your ability or experience, there’s a summer sport out there for you. Try something new, challenge yourself, and enjoy the season—because summer is short, but the memories you make on the field (or pitch, or court, or lake) will last long after the tan fades.