Kirchheimer About Sports

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Sports are something that everyone in the world, regardless of age, sex, or nationality, can enjoy. Whether it's a child playing in his first t-ball game or a professional athlete swimming in the Olympics and everyone in between, sports can connect almost everyone. Fan support and overall devotion for athletic competition has raised professional athletes to superstars and national icons; Super Bowl Sunday is a national holiday to some, and sports are one of the largest moneymakers in the economy.

Sports was a part of my life growing up - whether it was attending games with my family to support the Huskies at Rentschler Field or Wolfpack hockey games at the Hartford Civic Center or even being part of a basketball team since before middle school, I have grown to love the atmosphere that sport brings. Whether it was assisting my Mom coach in our town’s T-Ball league or working with the disabled or even with the students at Wish Elementary School, through sports, I have been able to build a solid sense of a wider community. It is not just about the game itself but it is about what happens in-between and after. It is the indescribable bonds that form between

Coaches have become fond of saying things like, It's not whether you win or lose, it's the team that has the most fun. This thinking may spare feelings and reduce conflict in the short term but this story raises questions about the impact on society in the long run.

Sports are the one thing that has often worked towards uniting people. Whether it is in times of crisis or giving the entire nation a lift that was much needed, it has always been an activity that has dominated our lifestyle. This has often got several people gripped to their television sets or at stadiums waiting for the favorite layer to have a good game. The fan following and the entire event are a spectacle to savor as it allows people to take a break from daily activities and indulge in something far more interesting. It has evolved in the past so many years and the rules have changed in several sports. However, the one thing that has remained the same is the energy and support of fans. Most of these people end up following their team so much that they can actually predict who is going to do good and when, For people who have this uncanny habit of spotting the good and the bad, there are options to take part in playoff fantasy football.

I think the desire to be part of a group plays a large part of that loyalty. Belonging to a group, no matter what group it may be, cause a strong feeling of loyalty to that group. Whether they realize it or not, sports fans may not care as much about the team’s players as they do being a part of the fan base as a whole. It is easy for others to follow along when their friends are fans, because they also develop a sense of belonging to that group. Alcohol consumption is obviously what fuels the fire, both literally and figuratively, of rioting fans. However, the significance that fans place on the teams causes them to react more wildly and emotionally. The more significant a group is to them, the more lengths they will go to for it. Even after realizing these factors that go into fan’s loyalties, their actions can still be shocking to those that are on the outside. It seems that sports fans do not look at their teams as entertainment, but as close members of the same group that they feel loyal

The author also describes a broader family situation in which everyone gathers to the mother’s house to for games, even her son battling addiction. The mother writes Reilly, “Everyone comes to my house for games… Whatever the joy or drama in our lives, we live and die with the Packers together” (659). The family's’ love for the Packers brings them together for a family night and strengthens their bond. Reilly speaks of these families to appeal to pathos to connect with the audience and trigger similar memories, like eating Thanksgiving dinner during the big game, to further prove his point that sports have an influence on everyday life. The author’s appeals to pathos prompt sympathy and relatability from his audience to prove that sports journalism has a powerful influence on everyday life and is the best because of this

There are a lot things that everyone likes to do and different things can bring people together and bring them happiness but also sadness and one thing world wide that brings you this feeling more than anything is the world of sports, with fans rooting for teams that are winning championships to fans that are just praying and hoping that their team can just win one game and try not to be so depressed that you want to sit in your room and cry yourself to sleep every night. But that is what makes sports interesting and even sometimes you get a team that is really bad then has a miricle year and makes you overjoyed. Now it is interesting when you look at different teams in sport like Football or even basketball and you see teams with great team

“A loud and spirited crowd has the potential to alter the result of a game” (Benavidez). Almost every sport’s fan in the world would agree. A large crowd is one thing, but a large crowd who is passionately cheering on their team plays a crucial role in sporting events. When asked the question on how school spirit affects his team’s performance, Seth Mcgowen responded, “It increases the morale of the player. When we see there’s a big crowd there cheering us on, we feel like we have to do better so that we don’t let them down. If they’re shouting my name and cheering for me personally, it makes me step up my performance and do something great.” Key words in Mcgowen’s response are “cheering us on” (Benavidez). Mcgowen said an enormous crowd is not what encourages the team, but an enormous crowd that cheers does. Former Tupelo High School basketball coach Jerry Lee Clayton preached the importance of having school spirit and used to tell his players, “A school without spirit is nothing, but a school with spirit has the power to do miraculous things.” Athletes want school spirit from their town and school because they have the chance to feel an emotional connection with the fans. What team wants to compete for a school that does not support them, but all teams want to compete for a school that gives them full support. School spirit has the power to affect a team’s performance, and that is a benefit almost everyone can

Athletes and sports teams always feel better when they have support from their classmates, peers and the community. Showing up to games and cheering is just one of the ways you can help your team. There are some people that might show up to games but they act in a negative manner that doesn’t represent the team or the school well. These kids are not showing good school spirit because of the way they act or behave. Dressing up wearing school colors can really make a difference at a sporting event. When playing in front a big crowd the players play better because they know they have support from the school and community and they don’t want to let the fans down. If the fans are giving off good energy and are excited there will usually be a positive outcome for the team. If your team loses then you should let them know that you have their back and are not giving up on them. This can help make the team feel better about itself. It gives the players something to play for. No one likes playing in front of little crowds("School Spirit Helps Out

Sports fans have so many characteristics: loud, quiet, loyal, disloyal, smart, dumb, obnoxious, nice, mean, and so many more. Every single characteristic fits into at least one of the classifications of sports fans; however, most of the time each characteristic fits into more than one. Even though every sports fan expresses themselves in different ways, there is always one thing each fan has in common. Every fan enjoys some part of the game and has some sort of love for sports. Whether this be the love of winning, the love of bringing friends and family together, or the love of the thrill and excitement.

It is hard to argue that the majority of sports sports fans do not fall into the category of either the fans that think they are the coach, the dedicated fans, or the bandwagon fans. Although every person is different, and every sports fan is different, it is not difficult to identify that they can be grouped very similarly into one of these categories. With a few exceptions, it is safe to say that most fans would be easy to place into one of these three

Sports all over the world plays a huge major part in society. Men and women of all ages find enjoyment of watching their favorite sports team play against another team. I for one also enjoy watching my team players play. People would watch either from there television at home to going to a pre-game show with friends. There is nothing that you cannot cherish about watching a game. Not only do you get to watch your favorite sport but you get to eat your favorite foods too. Who does not love eating all those goodies that are not so good for you. For instance, eating nachos, grinders, and buffalo wings with all the delicious junk foods what you can’t possibly not like.

Sport fandom and how it can affect the life of the fan. Sport fans have the biggest impact in the sports world business and those fans alike are impacted substantially by the sports they decide to watch. There are various degrees as to how far fans will go for the team they choose to follow and be a part of. Team logos are very hard to miss when they are seen everywhere in everyday life on clothing, vehicles, and even the fan’s skin and this happens because fans will go to almost any extreme to show their devotion to their respective team. (Mullan, 2009)

Sports fan bases are the most critical part for every professional organization! Athletes have gifted physical abilities and make tons of money because of that, but for many of them the greatest joy is playing for the fans and trying to win them championships. The reality is sports are nothing without fans otherwise there wouldn't be trash talk or really anything for the players to feed off of during competition. Football is one of the most popular sports in history and goes back many generations creating huge fan bases for teams like the Green Bay Packers and Dallas Cowboys franchises that have been around since the 1900’s. Allowing for the tradition of being a fan to be passed down from family member to family member.