The ability for an individual to have self-restraint and to behave and practice in a strict, controlled manner is key in sports. In sports, athletes need to be disciplined in the technical, tactical, mental, and physical as well as lifestyle areas of development. Research has shown that playing badminton, tennis, cricket or baseball is said to improve mathematical skills in children. It helps develop leadership qualities too and foster a sense of team spirit. Sports inculcates a sense of competition and helps you deal with success and failure with a positive spirit.