When researching for this article, I found that there are so many condescending videos and articles directed towards women knowing little to nothing about sports. I actually googled, "Girls who understand sports." There were a few articles that I can relate to, but the majority of them had titles like, "Girls Don't Understand Sports" or "Why Girls Should and Should Not Watch Sports." One article in particular explains that girls should watch sports for the attractive players, fun parties, and cute clothes. I literally laughed out loud when reading this. It blows my mind that there are books specifically written to help women learn about sports. Growing up playing various games, watching them in person and on TV, it simply comes natural to me. I'm not saying that I'm an expert on every sport out there, but if you understand a few, you can easily pick up on others.

The rest of this piece continues to explain some facts that most boys probably assume girls have never heard of.

I know what a charge is and how to properly take one.

I know that you never make the first or last out at third base.

I know the difference between a six-two, five-one, and four-two rotation.

I know what offside means in soccer, and I can actually notice it during games.

I know that icing doesn't always refer to frosting on a cake.

I know the difference between an incomplete pass and defensive pass interference.

I know that the batter cannot advance on a dropped third strike if first base is occupied.

I know the difference between a birdie and an eagle.

I know how hard it can be to find decent sporting apparel in the women's section.

Lastly, I know what it's like to feel belittled for claiming you understand sports.

Boys, if you want to talk sports with me, you better bring your A-game.