Hello! My name is Zohayr Imad. I am 7 years old and I study in Grade 2. I love going to school, learning new things, and spending time with my friends. But there is something I love even more — playing tennis!
I started playing tennis when I was very young. At first, it was just for fun. I liked holding the racket and hitting the ball. My coach taught me how to stand, swing, and keep my eyes on the ball.
It was not easy at the beginning. Sometimes I missed the ball, and sometimes it went out of the court. But I never gave up. I kept practicing every day, and slowly, I got better and better.
Now, tennis is my favorite sport. I feel very happy when I play. I like the sound the ball makes when it hits the racket — thwack! It makes me feel strong and fast. I practice almost every day after school. My parents always support me and cheer for me. My coach says I play with a lot of energy and focus.
This year has been very special for me. I won a few championships! One of my biggest achievements was winning the Inter-School Tennis Championship at the Sindh level. I felt so proud when my name was announced as the winner. Everyone clapped and congratulated me. I held my trophy high and smiled so much my cheeks started to hurt!
Winning made me very happy, but it also taught me something important. To win, you have to work hard and believe in yourself. Sometimes I lose matches too, but I don’t get sad for long. My parents tell me that every loss teaches me something new. My coach says, “Champions are made in practice.” So I always try to learn from my mistakes and do better next time.
Tennis has also taught me about discipline. I wake up early, eat healthy food, and make sure I get enough rest. I also manage my studies along with my practice. My teachers at school encourage me a lot, and my friends always ask about my matches. They even come to watch sometimes!
When I grow up, I want to become a professional tennis player — maybe even play for Pakistan one day. I want to travel to different countries and make my family proud. I know it will take a lot of hard work, but I am ready for it.
Playing tennis makes me happy, confident, and strong. Every time I step on the court, I feel like it’s where I belong. I want to tell other kids — if you love something, keep doing it. Practice every day and never give up. One day, you will shine too!