After recently attending a NHL game, I realized that there are some very specific types of sports fans. Each team and sport has their own dedicated fan base, yet there are definitely some universal similarities. Which one do you most identify with?
The Out-of-Towner:
The one no one likes to see. They don't belong there and they certainly should not be cheering on their own team in our home stadium.
The Well-Intentioned:
The person that really has no idea what is going on but elicits the occasional "LETS GO" or "Oooooo." They try to pay attention, but are lost and constantly asking, "Wait, what does that mean?!"
The Diehard:
This is normally the guy that is painted up and is dressed from head to toe in fan gear. They are probably season ticket holders and can give you stats for each player as far back as at least 25 years.
The Commentator:
This is the person in the stands that feels the need to narrate every aspect of the game for everyone around them. They may not even realize they are doing it but their running speech about the game is definitely "helpful" for those around them.
The Booer:
This is the fan that enjoys booing every call, even if it's the right one. They enjoy calling out insults to the other team, their own team, and the referees.
The Eager Beaver:
The fan, usually a kid, sporting a foam finger and doing their best dance moves trying to get on the big screen. They often bring posters or other objects to draw attention to themselves as well.
The Foodie:
The person who is more excited for stadium food than for the actual game. They can tell you the best place to get a hot dog and the quickest line for popcorn.
