sports teams. Fans feel represented by their team as part of something bigger than themselves. Also, it is an escape from the problems and monotony of real life and real world problems, and is an outlet for pent up frustration and passion. In reality, being a sports fan usually adds more stress and frustration to a persons life, but yet we love it so much. It satisfies our natural competitive drive. Sports fandom is a fascinating social and philosophical phenomenon that has existed in human society for centuries.