Skill involved | Rivalry between teams | Teamwork | Athleticism | Strategy | Competition between players | Team pride | Social aspect - watching with friends | Family tradition of watching | Speed of play | Camaraderie with others | |
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% of Americans that enjoy sports because of the... | 63 | 57 | 55 | 54 | 51 | 42 | 41 | 38 | 31 | 31 | 28 |
Sources:
harrisinteractive.com
Whether it be on the court, in the gridiron, or on the diamond, Americans love their sports. But what is the reason, exactly, for this passion? According to a recent Harris Interactive poll, there are a plethora of reasons for why Americans love the competition of sport, most notably because of the skill involved in the game and the fierce rivalries between competitors.