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9 Things Every Female Sports Fan Has To Deal With

Being a female sports fan in the land of testosterone isn't easy.

Casey Theriault

Oct 31, 2016

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9 Things Every Female Sports Fan Has To Deal With

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Yes, I'm a girl. Yes, I love sports. No, it's not just for the guys. I know you were probably thinking that. Being a female sports fan in today's society can be quite intimidating due to the unrealistic stereotypes that are based off of a small population of girls. They spoiled it for those of us who are diehards through and through.

1. Constantly being tested on your knowledge of the sport

As soon as you tell someone you're a fan of any sport, their first response is bound to be, "Name everyone on ___ team," or "How many titles have the ___ won?". Female sports fans shouldn't have to take a test to show anyone how dedicated they are to their teams.

2. Every apparel item in the women's section is pink

We feel you, Gronk.

3. People assume you're only in it for the eye candy

Sure, some athletes are legitimately attractive but that's not the reason we love the game. Henrik Lundqvist may have impeccable hair, but his 0.920 lifetime SV percent is what I really care about.

4. Guys assume you have no idea what's going on so they try to explain it to you

Apparently, our gender means we know nothing about the sport. Just be quiet and let me watch the game.

5. You can't cheer on your team at a game without being stared at

What is everyone looking at?

6. Guys think it's "hot af" that you're watching the game

Wait, what? Pulling my hair out and yelling at the TV like they can hear me is considered hot now?

7. People think you're faking it for attention

Or, you know, maybe we actually enjoy the sport. Crazy, right?

8. The looks you get when people realize you know what you're talking about

We probably know more than some of the guys do, honestly.

9. All your friends want to watch reality TV but you just want to watch the game

Give us a hockey or football game over "Dance Moms" any day.

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