Sports is like rock 'n' roll. Both are dominant cultural forces both speak an international language and both are all about emotions.
Meeting sports athletes that are the best in the world is a thrill to this day.
I don't pay much attention to sports.
We all seek approval and our mother's seal is usually the most important. The nitty gritty is that we have to accept ourselves even if it is just to be ready for the next cut-down. Mom's blessing or not.