Watching Sports With Your Boyfriend
10 Stages of Watching Sports With Your SO
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I like to watch sports, but my fiancè loves to watch sports. You name it — basketball, baseball, football, hockey, soccer — we see it all. There's no doubt I'm a fan of many of the teams he follows, but I'm no expert. I usually use the wrong terminology and end up asking a bunch of questions during the game.
Nonetheless, his investment in these teams has led me to care about them more than I ever have before. I actually get nervous when the games are on and follow the players on social media — what's happening to me?! It's all because I watch games with him on a regular basis. I love to do it; it's a bonding experience. If you and your significant other are sports fans too, you'll understand these 10 stages of how it all goes down.
1 You always know when the games are on, because your partner's schedule is planned around them.
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2 When it starts, they're beyond pumped. They've read the stats for the game and are wearing the jersey — now it's time to focus.
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3 You try to pay attention to the lingo and drop some knowledge.
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4 If you take off your hat or get off the couch, you know you could be the reason they lose.
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5 Nothing is better than being their designated high-fiver when a team scores.
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6 There is some occasional yelling at the TV.
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7 But when something good happens, you're all in too. You're fired up.
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8 If the team loses, you find yourself with a pretty bummed SO.
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9 But if they win, it's gonna be an excellent day.
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10 In the end, it's a bonding experience for both of you.
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