Spring Break
As World Series continues, New Yorker confused by state's Yankee allegiance
Elexa Broder
Issue date: 11/3/09 Section: Editorial/Opinion
11/03/09 - It's always this time of year that I feel extremely uneducated in the sports department. As I am from New York, (quite close to the city, I might add) I feel as though it is my duty to pay attention to the world-famous New York Yankees, especially at a time when they may possibly win the World Series for the first time in eight years. While in Rhode Island, people appreciate the fact that I do not follow New England's most hated baseball team. However, while at home, I am embarrassed to admit that I don't know who Melky Cabrera or Juan Miranda are. Of course I am familiar with the most important players such as Derek Jeter and Alex Rodriguez, but ask me their stats and you'll get a blank stare.
Having met the legendary Yogi Berra as a child, you can say that I've failed as a true New Yorker. I will always remember his famous quote, "It ain't over 'til it's over," which the team was probably thinking as they lost game five in the World Series.
My family and friends from home were happy with their former winning title, but unfortunately, I cannot fathom the true feeling of your favorite team winning the series. I even had to research their recent scores to make sure I don't print incorrect facts, which proves how much of a Yankees fan I am not.
I have a lot of great memories revolving around this glorious team. I used to love going to the games with my family and friends. We would always make believe we were die-hard fans and wear a jersey to the game while making sure we don't forget to put white war paint below our eyes. I love the crowd's spirit at games. It amazes me how a simple home run can unite some 51,000 fans in the stadium.
I'm sure if I were a season ticket holder and had the time to attend all the games, my attitude toward the Yankees and Major League Baseball in general would be different. However while living so close to the home of the Boston Red Sox nine months out of the year, it's extremely difficult to stay loyal to my home state.
Having met the legendary Yogi Berra as a child, you can say that I've failed as a true New Yorker. I will always remember his famous quote, "It ain't over 'til it's over," which the team was probably thinking as they lost game five in the World Series.
My family and friends from home were happy with their former winning title, but unfortunately, I cannot fathom the true feeling of your favorite team winning the series. I even had to research their recent scores to make sure I don't print incorrect facts, which proves how much of a Yankees fan I am not.
I have a lot of great memories revolving around this glorious team. I used to love going to the games with my family and friends. We would always make believe we were die-hard fans and wear a jersey to the game while making sure we don't forget to put white war paint below our eyes. I love the crowd's spirit at games. It amazes me how a simple home run can unite some 51,000 fans in the stadium.
I'm sure if I were a season ticket holder and had the time to attend all the games, my attitude toward the Yankees and Major League Baseball in general would be different. However while living so close to the home of the Boston Red Sox nine months out of the year, it's extremely difficult to stay loyal to my home state.
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