Sports Effects on Culture

        Sports have modified the American culture in many ways. Whether it has created parties, or broken racial barriers. Racism was a huge issue in our country for a long time. The Jackie Robinson story is perhaps what eliminated this problem. He was the first African American baseball player ever to play in the MLB. Although he got a bunch of hate, this led to great things. Sports have also changed the way people act now. They are things to talk about and hobbies. For few, it is more than a game. For some, sports are a lifestyle that people put their blood, sweat, and tears into. Sometimes, sports can make somebody forget about everything else in the world. Maybe even ignoring priorities so it might not always be a positive thing for our culture.

Jackie Robinson

        Even today sports continue to effect our culture. Super Bowl Sunday has basically worked itself up to a holiday in our country's culture. Family and friends get together and have parties just to watch a football game. I guarantee this day's festivities will continue to grow and get even bigger. Also, sports have brought a huge market along with it. People pay for gear, to go to games, their favorite players jersey, and so much more. This is mostly for younger people, but with sports there is a whole new wave of role models. A lot might look up to an athlete and want to be just like them. Sports can spark a lot of conversation too. They are on the news, TV shows, the radio, they are seen almost everywhere.
        My life has been greatly impacted by sports. At first, they were just a hobby and something to do. However, as I played them more, and understood them, they have become a huge part of my life. Sports are responsible for at least 90% of my friends. This is because there are no family-like bonds built like there are in sports. Winning, losing, and fighting alongside with the same people always makes it that much more special. Following sports in my opinion is a hobby to me. I think it is fun to keep updated with them, talk about them, or even pay attention to stats. I think sports are amazing things and our culture has been greatly shaped based on them.