1st Edition

The Psychology of Sports Fans

By Aaron C.T. Smith Copyright 2026
118 Pages
by Routledge

118 Pages
by Routledge

118 Pages
by Routledge

Why are so many people committed to sports? Why are they so committed? Why do fans remain loyal when this seems illogical and counter-intuitive? The Psychology of Sports Fans explains the intricate psychological foundations of sports fandom, exploring why sports hold such emotional power across cultures and demographics. This book uncovers how sports provide meaning, identity, and... Read more

1. The Psychology of Sports Thinking

 

2. The Psychology of Sports Faith

 

3. The Psychology of Sports Emotions

 

4. The Psychology of Sports Meaning

 

5. The Psychology of Sports Fandom

 

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Biography

Aaron C. T. Smith is Professor of Management at Newcastle Business School, University of Newcastle, and Professorial Fellow of Sport Business and Innovation in the Institute for Sport Business at Loughborough University London, UK. He is also the founder of Sporting Cognition Ltd., a company specialising in athlete and fan cognitive performance.