My connection with sport means a great deal to me. It allows me to construct an identify of myself with certain teams, players, and where I'm from. This connection I have with sports has just been handed down from my parents and family. My father used to sneak me into Chicago Bulls games by having me sleep on his shoulder so he wouldn't have to pay for a ticket for me. My parents also got me into basketball at a very young age and I couldn't be more appreciative of that. I also developed this connection through my friends at school. Many of us were fans of the same teams which allowed us to relate with each other and watch the games together.
I believe that sport plays a positive role in US society. It brings individuals and communities together of all ages. Enormous arenas and stadiums brings cities together. Getting children involved in spots allows for them to understand competition and fairness. Sport also teaches us the values of commitment and dedication. It allows for us to set goals and work hard to achieve those goals. Eitzen writes, "the fact is that achieving a professional sports career is extremely difficult, no matter how hard the individual works" (Eitzen, 9). Watching our favorite athletes and listening to their stories teaches us that nothing in this world comes easy and no matter what background or town you come from, with hard work and commitment, anybody can become a successful athlete. Because most athletes act as role models to their fans and upcoming athletes, I do believe that they are very much valued in our society.
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