Players and Fans

In the early days of hockey, goalies didn't wear masks. Only after bruises, broken bones and knocked out teeth did wearing masks become the norm. Nowadays masks are required. Rather than see masks as annoying cages, however, goalies have transformed their masks into works of art with the help of expert artists. No matter what level of... more »

National Football League instant replay has been in effect for a number of years. It was put into place by the league to help officials get calls correct. While not every call a referee makes is eligible for review, many plays can be looked at on videotape, and the call will either be upheld or overturned. more »

Soccer is an international sport that is widely popular, with many fans young and old. Soccer was once considered a primarily European sport until the soccer craze hit the U.S. a few decades back and caused a spike in the sports collecting market. more »

While heckling is not a pastime for upstanding folks, it is a part of sports that continues to thrive. Heckling major league baseball players is difficult. Not only do they have more money than you, but also they are usually at such a distance to the fan as to make any shout inaudible from the field. Finally, major league players have... more »

Roller derby has been thrilling audiences since the 1920s. Between the bruising action and the velocity of the sport, there's plenty to watch at a roller derby tournament. Just make sure to give the women on the rink a wide enough berth; you don't want to get hit with a flying elbow. more »