By Guest Author: Vilma Gonzalez

Jon Snow says, "I'm ready"

As fall Intramural (IM) Sports begin to draw to an end and the champions are crowned, you must begin assembling the new troops. As the winter ascends upon us, it is time to start thinking about which sports you will play. The sports offered next quarter are basketball, indoor soccer, volleyball and dodgeball.

Here are eight reasons why you should join the action:

(Warning: The following GIFS may contain spoilers)

You get to meet new people
A man says, "I've never had a friend before"
Joining a team is a great way to meet fellow comrades and make new friends!

You will spend time with your team(s)
Soldiers march to war
Get your current group together and spend some quality time challenging other teams.

You’ll stay active
A man says, "I'm not cut out for this sort of work"
Sneak in a work out while you do something enjoyable.

You’ll be able to relieve stress
Jon Snow awakens
Playing sports is a great way to get revived after those long battles with your school day.

You’ll learn new skills
Arya Stark learns to spar
Learn how to play a new sport, or take on a captain role to sharpen up those leadership skills.

You can play multiple sports
A man raises his eyebrows and smiles
With the $15 All Access Pass, you have the choice to play in as many of the sports that are offered.

You’ll have bragging rights
King Joffrey claps his hands
If you and your team happen to come out victorious, you will get cool T-shirts and the right to brag about it to all the new friends you will have made.

You’ll have fun!
Tyrion dances
No matter what sport you choose, you are going to have a great time playing.

You can purchase your All Access Pass at Member Services at the Bronco Recreation and Intramural Complex (BRIC, Bldg. 42) or online at http://recportal.cpp.edu.

For more information, visit the Campus Recreation website, and like/follow us on FacebookTwitter and Instagram! Don’t forget: ID cards are required for check in, shorts CANNOT have pockets and be sure to bring your game face.

*all gifs courtesy of giphy.com