Sports teach respect, teamwork (cooperation), and how to work hard (work ethic).
In order to participate in sports, you have to attend practice and games. You also have to learn new skills and apply them to the game you are playing. In order to be successful, you have to be willing to work hard and learn the skills.
You also learn how to cooperate with others. You have to know how to work with others in order for the team to succeed.
You also learn respect because you have to follow rules in order to participate in the game. If you do not follow the rules and act appropriately, then you will not be able to participate in the game.
