What is a Fan Club?
A fan club is a group of people who share a common interest and form an organized club to network with other enthusiasts. Fan clubs can be for a noted celebrity, a pleasurable activity, a political idea, or almost anything at all. Admirers known as fans will join a club to learn more about the object(s) of their dedication. Sports fans, music fans, and hobbyists are some of the people who might join a fan club. The origin of the term fan in reference to a dedicated zealot is unclear. The word may have emerged in the 1800s when boxing supporters were said to take a “fancy” to pugilistic sports. Amongst modern sports fans, however, the title is considered a shortened version of the word fanatic, as in “baseball fanatic,” an indication of the dedication of fan club members. The Internet has expanded opportunities for fan clubs to flourish across the globe. A quick search brings up thousands of choices. There is an online fan club for every football team, rock group and major celebrity. Mo
