what having a place in sports actually looks like
exploring why more people belong in sports than they think, and what that can look like for you
Picture this:
It’s a Saturday morning, you’re heading to a run club, matcha in hand, looking forward to having an active morning.
Or maybe it’s Sunday, you’re on the couch with a game on in the background.
Or maybe it’s something else entirely.
And honestly, if none of that matches what you think of when you hear “sports,” it actually doesn’t have to.
Because being part of the sports world doesn’t look one way.
It can be playing, watching, or just building a lifestyle around movement and being active in your own way.
And I think that matters more than we realize.
Because for a lot of people, the hardest part isn’t interest, it’s access.
There aren’t many spaces that actually teach you how to get into a sport, how to follow it, understand it, or feel part of it. So most people assume it’s not for them.
But the truth is, you don’t really learn sports from a manual. You learn by being around it, watching it, by picking things up over time and by talking about it with other people. By being part of the environment, even if you don’t fully get it yet.
Also, sports fans are actually some of the most welcoming people. Every game I’ve been to, every person i’ve interacted with online, there’s always been someone willing to answer a question or explain what’s going on.
And that’s what I want this to be, a way in.
Weekend Report isn’t traditional. I probably won’t ever be here breaking down stats or analyzing every play because I care more about the experience of it.
But it’s proof you don’t need to know everything to be part of that.
Even knowing a little bit, like recognizing a player, following a team, understanding the basics, can open the door to connection with your friends, your family, even complete strangers. It gives you something to talk about, share and be part of.
You don’t have to be an expert to belong.
Most of the time, I’m learning too, reading Substacks from people who actually know the game and picking things up as I go. At the same time, I’m also trying to live a little more sporty myself, going to games, showing up to events, and actually being part of it.
You can join a run club. You can play basketball. You can go to sports games, or just have one on in the background. You can keep up through social media, or just be there for the vibes.
However you choose to show up, it still counts.
And if you’re already deep into sports (I admire you!!), you definitely don’t need this. But if you want to learn a little more (or convince your friend to), I’m sharing a few resources below.
Simple intro videos for the NFL and NBA, these are very much for the girls (lol), but honestly, they made learning funny and way more fun.
Feel free to send this to the person you’ve been trying to convince to go to a game.
we need more girlies in the sports world <3
