When A Fan Is Just A Fan
A couple of years ago, when the serious sports fan was feeling a bit fed up with the avaricious egos that populate the professional-sports scene, he met a student who happened to play women’s lacrosse. He talked to her about the team, which was having a remarkable season, and became curious. One spring afternoon, purely on a whim, he decided to attend a game. And was instantly impressed. Though he was entirely ignorant of lacrosse rules and strategy, he recognized great athletes when he saw them....