Tuesday, July 1, 2008

Bandwagon ID

Grand Wagoneers- Shamelessly opportunistic fans who switch teams at the drop of a 2006 Miami Heat NBA Champions hat. In one breath, they claim they're pulling for Tom Brady, Bill Belichick and "history"; in the next, they're replaying David Tyree's catch for the 50th time and preordering New York Giants commemorative mini-footballs. Grand Wagoneers are less trustworthy than a borderline schizophrenic: outside their rooting life, they date around like Hollywood starlets, have a new best friend every other week and are masters of the board game Risk. They have always been at war with Eurasia.

While I never rooted for the Miami Heat - I did find myself torn during this past Super Bowl. Apparently I'm a SPORTS FAN, and in being so, sometimes loose sight (or see beyond) long standing relationships and rivalries. I look for the story and cheer towards an ending...so shoot me for having and affinity for the Cubs, Sox, Dodgers, Broncos, Patriots, & Steelers - sometimes.

Know this - I will always hate the Yankees & Redskins.

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