From:On Men and Sports III – What’s It All About?

According to an observer of men’s behavior especially in sports Mark Wong: author of “Football 1, Women 0”:

“Men are spending hours on end trailing the progression of their favorite teams to the quarter finals, not only viewing the actual game but also match highlights, half-time reports, repeat telecasts and exclusive sports news coverage from the host country… women all over the world are naturally feeling slightly left out.”

While women can only be glad that the Boxing & World Cup games are over, the UAAP is fast approaching and even as of this writing, the Beijing Olympics is on-going since August 8, 2008.

What women can do

First, be thankful than threatened. The good news for women hooked on men who are hooked on sports is that men who participate in sports are less likely to turn to crime and substance abuse, as Gurian’s studies suggest. With about six or seven surges of testosterone beginning from the man’s adolescence stage, a massive amount of self-discipline is required in order to direct their energies in a good way. And how is self-discipline developed:

“Sports, like for example martial arts is a good way. What the male brain and testosterone need is a tribe. Unless you have a tribe, especially of elders to guide the boys, and have peers test them, the testosterone is going to get out of hand. They learn how to contain their energy so that it can develop and then explode in healthy appropriate ways.”

Whether engaging in sports or being involved in it by watching, men seem to find a good avenue to release this energy that is quite distinct in them..

If women understood this, then men’s devotion to football, basketball or tennis need not be an intervening factor in a relationship.

Second, remember that sports can become an intervening factor only when neither party refuses to relent or respect the other. The next time you catch him into the sports again, don’t get mad or jealous. If you didn’t have the chance to what its like to be the wife of Joe Montana, Micheal Jordan or Efren “Bata” Reyes, read Stephen Covey’s book on time management and patience. Be more informed to extend more respect and tolerance.

Third, turn to other hobbies that take about as much of his time in sports. His being “away” for some hours may do you more good than harm. Make your next toastmaster’s speech during those hours of neglect! When you really need to talk to him,maybe you can record the show he loves to watch and tell him he can always go back to it later

Fourth, if your man is actively involved in a sport, you may also consider joining or beating him in his sport. It could be a sure way to get his attention, isnt it? A good way to get back into shape too.If you cant beat them, join em right?

Finally, be more curious and try to be enthusiastic the next time you see him glued on the screen. Some games can be pretty exciting and if sports do not really appeal to you, take a closer look at the sportsmen. Believe me, icons like Oscar de la Joya, Ronaldo de lima (Jersey no. 9), David “Becks” Beckman, and those athletic college basketball players are quite a site to behold, so I know you’ll also enjoy yourself.