With the COVID-19 pandemic causing emptiness in the streets, we also see it causing an emptiness in a sports fan’s heart. We are looking for anything to fill the void, so here is a little help.
- Play video games
It’s time to brush the dust off your Wii system. Admit it, you have been missing that Wii sports jingle and it’s going to feel even better knowing it’s filling your sports void.
Along with that, you can whip the newer console out and play some Madden NFL, MLB The Show if you’re sad about a quiet opening day, and maybe some NBA 2K to see how the rest of the season would pan out for your favorite team.
2. Watch reruns of your favorite games from your favorite teams.
I have already watched World Series Game 7 from 2016 twice and it’s only been a week. ESPN and other stations are playing reruns from classic games throughout the years. It may not be happening right now, but the nostalgia is on point.
3. Sports documentaries
Based on your cable provider, many networks are allowing free viewing of some of the best sports documentaries out there until mid-April. Xfinity is showing “Muse,” which goes inside the career of the late Kobe Bryant. “Shut Up and Dribble” is a series profiling NBA players and their increased voice in society. Another notable one is “Student Athlete,” which profiles the world of high revenue college sports. There are a bunch more if you wish to brighten your sports knowledge while on lockdown.
4. Workout
If you miss watching your favorite athlete, why not try and train like them. Get a “no days off” mentality and put together a home workout for yourself. Maybe you will have a mid-summer/early fall body, because who knows when this will all get sorted out.
5. NFL Free Agency
Basically, this is the only live sports activity happening right now. We have already seen Tom Brady go to Tampa Bay and we have seen Cam Newton released from Carolina. The NFL draft is creeping up. Even though the draft will most likely be held virtually, it’s always interesting to see how your team picks.
6. Finally, find something else you like.
Let’s face it, a lot of people like myself are realizing how much of their lives revolve around their favorite team, league or just sports in general. Try and find another hobby. Maybe when it’s all back to normal, you will actually have something to take your mind off of your teams doing poorly.
