Participation in an online indoor games tournament entails several advantages, i. e. skill-building, relationship building, and an overall improvement in the well-being of participants, which in this case were students stuck inside their homes during the pandemic and online classes. Participating in the indoor games tournaments allowed individuals to develop their skills in the specific sport or game, i.e. ludo, carrom, cards (29), etc. Regular practice and participation helped to improve hand-eye coordination, reflexes, and overall performance. Furthermore, the Indoor games tournament provided an opportunity for individuals to connect with others who shared similar interests and passions. It helped to build a sense of community and belonging. Finally, the event provided a much-needed break from daily routines and helps to improve mental and emotional wellbeing. It allowed students to unwind, de-stress and feel a sense of accomplishment and pride, especially on the occasion of the Bangladeshi Independence Day.
The indoor game that I actively participated during the tournament was a boardgame called Ludo. The Ludo matches happened within the span of 2 days, with teams simultaneously competing with other teams in order to qualify to the next round. The Graduate Attributes that were focused on were communication skills and teamworking skills. The ability to effectively and clearly articulate ideas and information in a variety of settings, such as written and oral communication, is an important attribute of a successful graduate. Since the indoor games event was held in the presence of multiple participants competing at the same time with each other, active listening skills, the ability to engage in productive dialogue, and the capacity to adapt communication style to suit different audiences and contexts were required. Furthermore, Since some of the games consisted of teams, it required partnering up with another individual, which promoted the graduate success attribute to collaborate effectively with others and to lead and inspire my team towards our common goal.