Parents of Little League players actually get into brawls with umpires over decisions. Fired-up fans read newspapers and listen to talk shows which increases circulation and listener ratings. Sports, however, have many positive values. They provide excellent entertainment and excitement. Thousands of shut-ins look forward to viewing the Gophers, Vikings, Twins the Lynx and the Wild.
Professional teams make a community feel more big league and they contribute to the economy.
Thousands of young people learn team work and develop character as they play on little league and high school teams. On balance, however, no matter how unquenchable is the desire to win, fans expect club owners and athletic directors to obey the rules and to act immediately when they sense a violation .