Has anyone spent much time in consideration of sports fandom?
I just asked a question about NASCAR fans, and I found that while a few were willing to attribute me innocent ignorance of the sport (not really accurate) most assumed I was a real idiot and couldn't figure out what made NASCAR so cool (er... "country" as one fan put it).
So, I'll try my question again here:
What causes someone to become a NASCAR fan? Drivers? Teams? Sponsors? Heritage?
2007-04-23 10:57:35 · 3 answers · asked by B SIDE 6 in Social Science ➔ Other - Social Science
I honestly think that it's a combination of those things that you mentined for certain people. I guess some people have the need for speed and enjoy the sport because of that.
2007-04-23 11:07:18 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't think there is a single easy answer to your question. For me, it was where I lived. I lived for several years near Indianapolis and the excitement that was generated by all forms of auto racing got me involved as a fan. The entire city gets excited about the Indy 500 in May and the Brickyard in August. It is contagious.
2007-04-23 11:04:17 · answer #2 · answered by Truth is elusive 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The need to find something to do when the livestock's not in the mood and the bowling alley isn't open yet.
2007-04-23 11:07:33 · answer #3 · answered by oodwayookbray 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋