How Do You Become A Sports Fan?
Sports fans can often seem . . . well, fanatical. To outsiders, the allure and invested emotion in simply watching sports can seem intriguing or ridiculous. But once you understand sports, they become much more interesting. You realize that there are dramatic stories and begin to appreciate the athleticism and thought, yes thought, that are required of athletes. This is a primer on how a non-sports fan can start to become one. Step 1 Pick a team to follow. Hard core fans will follow multiple teams or even an entire league. Start smaller. It’s easier to keep track of one team, and doing so will inevitably force you to learn a little bit about other teams. Step 2 Play the sport. Nothing will give you more appreciation for what professional athletes do. You realize how difficult it is to hit a baseball, throw a perfect spiral on target, or even make a lay-up-consistently. Of course, there’s no need to become incredibly proficient; a try out should give you enough of a flavor for how quick
