Sport Fans : The Psychology and Social Impact of Fandom (Paperback, 3 ed)

1. An Introduction to the Study of Sport Fans Part 1: How and Why Fans Follow Sports, Teams, and Athletes 2. The Process of Becoming a Sport Fan: The Psychological Continuum Model 3. Points of Attachment: Understanding Connections to Teams, Players, and Beyond 4. Motivation and Sport Fandom 5. The Impact of Sport Fandom on Sport Consumption Behavior Part 2: The Emotional and Aggressive Reactions of Sport Fans 6. The Emotional Reactions of Sport Fans 7. An Introduction to Fan Aggression 8. Understanding the Causes of Fan Aggression 9. Fan Rivalry Part 3: The Consequences of Sport Fandom for Individuals and Society 10. The Psychological Consequences of Sport Fandom 11. The Societal Consequences of Sport Fandom 12. Needs Met By Sport Fandom Part 4: Summary and Conclusion 13. The Future of Sport Fandom: Gazing into the Crystal Ball