CTV Winnipeg: ‘It’s great to be a fan in Manitoba’: Bombers, Jets success exciting Winnipeg fans

Dr. Ben Schellenberg, an associate professor in the Faculty of Kinesiology and Recreation Management at the University of Manitoba, is doing research about sports fans and how their passion can either be a force for good or bad in their lives.

“The better the team is doing, the more this topic is front of mind for people,” said Schellenberg.

“You’re almost cheering for yourself. You are on the ice because this team is kind of part of who you are. So that’s why we see this strong connection to teams, even lifelong connections.

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