Belief Behind the Plays
Football is probably the most well known word in our modern culture. What makes this sport so popular? Well, I thought this was interesting and decided to write about it.
I know most people are thinking, “Why go here? Football is fun, and that is all there is to it.” Of course, football is enjoyable, but I believe there is something deeper here.
Back in the eighteenth, nineteenth, and early twentieth century, most people were enthralled with their country, ready to go to war at the slightest insult directed against there nation. Great stock was put in the best battle flags and best and flashiest uniforms. This belief is called nationalism.
After WWII, nationalism vanished. Angrily, citizens of the United States raged against their country when we went to war against Vietnam. They even denounced the valiant soldiers who went to overseas to fight.
To replace this lost patriotism, thousands supported their college football teams. We all believe our football team represents our state or city, so we enthusiastically support our team and, of course, are extremely disappointed when they lose.
I hope everyone found this paper thought provoking. I certainly had fun writing it. And remember, go Sooners!
I know most people are thinking, “Why go here? Football is fun, and that is all there is to it.” Of course, football is enjoyable, but I believe there is something deeper here.
Back in the eighteenth, nineteenth, and early twentieth century, most people were enthralled with their country, ready to go to war at the slightest insult directed against there nation. Great stock was put in the best battle flags and best and flashiest uniforms. This belief is called nationalism.
After WWII, nationalism vanished. Angrily, citizens of the United States raged against their country when we went to war against Vietnam. They even denounced the valiant soldiers who went to overseas to fight.
To replace this lost patriotism, thousands supported their college football teams. We all believe our football team represents our state or city, so we enthusiastically support our team and, of course, are extremely disappointed when they lose.
I hope everyone found this paper thought provoking. I certainly had fun writing it. And remember, go Sooners!
posted by J. Hunter Quinn at 8:15 PM
2 Comments:
I've always wondered if sports, games, recreation, etc. was another way out then dealing with the stress involved in excercising dominion over our appointed territory. The seriousness of that responsibility can instill a "waiting" game that requires a tremendous amount of self-control. I would rather see a bunch of men without shirts painting their faces half-red and half-white than running around looking to square off with imaginary enemies that they cannot line up against with rules. Sports of various kinds can be a relief valve for stress. However, like most anything, responsibility can be ignored and football be abused (the "mall" for instance). I say "excercise dominion then enjoy a well played game."
Wow, I never thought that football fans going to the extremes to show team spirit was actually nationalism in the wrong direction! Thanks Hunter, that was a great post.
BTW, you made a little mistake-Go POKES!
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