Today, Cape Verde plays its first World Cup match. "For us, simply being at the World Cup is already a victory." A reflection on football, hope, and why fans dare to dream. sportemotions.co/blog/f/canad... #WorldCup #CaboVerde #TubarõesAzuis #FIFA

Canada takes the field today. Not long ago, simply qualifying for the World Cup felt like a distant dream. Now, expectations have changed. A reflection on hope, belief, and why fans dare to dream. sportemotions.co/blog/f/canad... #WorldCup #FIFA #CanMNT #CaboVerde

"For us, simply being at the World Cup is already a victory. Anything that comes after that is a bonus." What World Cup qualification means in Cape Verde—and what it says about sports fandom everywhere. sportemotions.co/blog/f/canad... #WorldCup #FIFA #CanMNT #CaboVerde

The World Cup begins today. For fans of giants and minnows alike, this tournament is built on a simple act of faith: believing that something extraordinary might happen. On Canada, Cape Verde, and the beautiful absurdity of hope. sportemotions.co/blog/f/canad... #WorldCup #FIFA #CanMNT #CaboVerde

The CFL season begins tonight! As a kid, I remember Doug Flutie, packed stadiums, and a CFL that felt genuinely cool. Today, that excitement feels more fragile. Can the CFL reconnect with fans? sportemotions.co/f/cfl-nostal... #CFL #Argos

Watching sports rationally: “My behaviour has zero impact on the game.” Watching sports emotionally: “If I move this drink, we’re giving up a goal.” New post on sports superstitions: sportemotions.co/f/superstiti... #GoHabsGo #LetsGoCanes #SportsPsychology

Sports can create a strange emotional environment where grown adults genuinely believe sitting in the wrong chair might cost their team a game. Curious about why sports fans become superstitious during games? Read here: sportemotions.co/f/superstiti... #SportsFandom #SportsPsychology

“The increased presence of women in sports might … allow for more inclusive sporting environments.” My latest post on gender, fandom, and how women’s sports may be reshaping sports culture. Read here: sportemotions.co/f/does-gende... #FanCulture #SportsCulture #WomenInSports

Do men and women experience sports fandom differently? Inspired by a conversation with @kaseysymons.bsky.social, I explore whether women’s sports are reshaping fan culture. Read here: sportemotions.co/f/does-gende... #SportsFandom #WomenInSports #SportsCulture

Are sports becoming more inclusive — or just changing who feels comfortable participating? @kaseysymons.bsky.social explains how women’s sports are creating new kinds of fan spaces and challenging traditional sports culture. Listen: www.youtube.com/watch?v=xP_d... #WomenInSport #AFLW #WNBA #PWHL

“Men’s sport fandom is often a ‘come as you should be’ environment, while women’s sport fandom can feel more like ‘come as you are.’” Great insight from @kaseysymons.bsky.social on the latest SportEmotions podcast episode. Listen: www.youtube.com/watch?v=xP_d... #WomenInSports #SportsFans #AFLW

🎙️ New SportEmotions podcast episode! As the PWHL Finals begin, I speak with @kaseysymons.bsky.social about gender and sports fandom. We notably discuss women’s experiences in sports spaces, fan culture & inclusion, and the rise of the AFLW. Listen: www.youtube.com/watch?v=xP_d... #WomenInSports

Are the early NBA playoff rounds actually worth watching… or just filler? A quick breakdown 👇 sportemotions.co/blog/f/are-t... #NBA #NBAPlayoffs #NBATwitter #Basketball

When your passion becomes your profession, what actually changes? I talked with broadcaster Moe Khan about balancing fandom with objectivity behind the mic. It’s not about losing passion — it’s about controlling it. Read: sportemotions.co/blog/f/from-... #SportsMedia #SportsJournalism #Fans

Game 1 vs the Tampa Bay Lightning. This is where the story actually starts. Are the Canadiens contenders—or just early? Why I’m not fully comfortable yet: sportemotions.co/blog/f/i%E2%... #GoHabsGo #GoBolts #NHLPlayoffs #LeafsForever

Habs fans! The playoffs are here—and something feels off. 106 points. Young core. Real expectations. So why does this feel like the Leafs all over again? sportemotions.co/blog/f/i%E2%... #NHLPlayoffs #GoHabsGo #LeafsForever #GoBolts

Wild Card teams aren’t supposed to win. But they do—more often than you might think. Fans of the Bruins, Senators, Kings, and Mammoth: We looked at the data 👇 sportemotions.co/f/does-home-... #NHLPlayoffs #StanleyCup #GoSensGo #NHLBruins #GoKingsGo #TusksUp

Les Canadiens de Montréal se battent encore pour l’avantage de la glace contre le Lightning de Tampa Bay. Est-ce important ?? Les équipes à domicile gagnent 56 % des séries — mais 62 % en première ronde. Analyse complète : sportemotions.co/f/does-home-... #GoHabsGo

One of the more surprising findings: Home teams win more series in the NHL playoffs—but the margin is relatively small. It raises interesting questions about how much home ice really matters. Full analysis: sportemotions.co/blog/f/does-... #NHL #Hockey #SportsAnalytics

Does home ice advantage really matter in the NHL playoffs? We analyzed playoff results across multiple seasons. There is an edge—but it’s smaller than many assume. Full breakdown: sportemotions.co/blog/f/does-... #NHL #NHLPlayoffs #Hockey #SportsAnalytics

In case you missed it 👇 A deep dive into the psychology of sports fandom—why it connects us, and when it goes too far. (Full interview also on site, YouTube, Spotify & Apple Podcasts) sportemotions.co/blog/f/sport... #SportsFans #SportsPsychology #Cubs

Benefits and dangers of sports fandom! Summary of our interview with social psychologist Daniel L. Wann on the upsides—and risks—of sports fandom (incl. Cubs fans). 🎧 Full episode: site, YouTube, Spotify & Apple sportemotions.co/blog/f/sport... #SportsFans #SportsPsychology #Cubs

Some fans don’t want a good game. They want a fight. We discuss dysfunctional fans—those who “see sport and war as highly similar… you don’t want to be seated next to them.” youtu.be/OtRp8qEyS48?... What’s the worst fan you’ve ever sat beside? #sportsfans #MLB #NFL #NBA #NHL

Why do sports matter so much to us? I interviewed Daniel L. Wann about sports fandom—its benefits, its downsides, and what makes Chicago Cubs fans unique. 🎧 youtu.be/OtRp8qEyS48?... #SportsPsychology

Sports are usually discussed as entertainment. But there’s a case for viewing them as a form of stress management— structured, social, and emotionally engaging. The data seem consistent with that interpretation.

Most sports fans end the season disappointed. Yet fandom persists. One possible explanation: fans report lower anxiety levels than non-fans. Suggests the appeal of sports may be less about outcomes and more about psychological experience. sportemotions.co/f/can-being-...

New data point on sports fandom! Fans are not happier than non-fans—but report lower anxiety. Fandom may be less about happiness, more about everyday stress regulation. sportemotions.co/f/can-being-... Based on @britishelectionstudy.com data. #SportsPsychology #SportsCulture

Curious: Do Olympic losses hurt less than regular sports losses for you? I think the Olympic context changes how we experience fandom. sportemotions.co/blog/f/the-o... #Olympics #SportsFandom

Olympic fandom feels different from everyday sports fandom. Losses sting less, admiration runs deeper, and rivalries fade. Why do the Olympics create a different emotional experience for fans? New blog post: sportemotions.co/blog/f/the-o... #Olympics #FanCulture #SportsPsychology

Merci à @alexandrepratt.bsky.social de @lapresse.ca, qui a partagé ses observations sur l’atmosphère unique des foules olympiques; passionnées, patriotiques, mais souvent respectueuses envers tous les athlètes. Son regard enrichit énormément cette réflexion.

As a Habs fan, I used to enjoy Leafs heartbreak. Then @stevedangle20.bsky.social made me feel sympathy for Leafs fans. Why do we love rival pain — until we don’t? A deep dive into sports schadenfreude … and an ode to Steve Dangle👇 sportemotions.co/blog/f/sport... #NHL

Le CF Montréal s’est vraiment comment déprimer ses partisans! #IMFC #MLS

#2 40-year-old Bergsma wins gold At 40, Dutch speedskater Jorrit Bergsma won the men’s mass start, adding to his 10,000m bronze—his first Olympic medals since 2018. His last gold came in 2014. He was ecstatic, seemingly even surprising himself that, at his age, he still had it.

#1 Atle Lie McGrath’s Olympic dream ends in heartbreak Leading for gold, Norway’s McGrath straddled a gate and DNF’d. Devastated, he threw his poles, climbed off the course, and lay alone in the snow. Skiing in honor of his late grandfather, he later called it the worst moment of his career.

#5 Slafkovský devastated after bronze medal loss After a 6–1 loss to Finland, hockey player Juraj Slafkovský called finishing 4th “the same as last.” Slovakia’s best player had led them so far—yet left with nothing. At the Olympics, coming close can hurt the most.

#4 Canada’s women’s hockey team devastated after overtime loss The Canadian women pushed the U.S. to overtime but fell short. When it ended, players collapsed in tears across the ice. After coming so close, losing to their fiercest rival made the heartbreak even more painful.

Mariners fans 💙⚾ Friendly reminder — I’m still collecting responses for this 2-minute survey on what made you an M’s fan and what keeps you loyal. Your perspective matters: qualtricsxmjt2ghfjxj.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_... Reposts really help — thank you! #Mariners #TrueToTheBlue

Mariners fans 💙⚾ Friendly reminder — I’m still collecting responses for this 2-minute survey on what made you an M’s fan and what keeps you loyal. Your perspective matters: qualtricsxmjt2ghfjxj.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_... Reposts really help — thank you! #Mariners #TrueToTheBlue

Mariners fans 💙⚾ Quick 2-minute survey: What made you an M’s fan — and what keeps you loyal through everything? Your perspective matters: qualtricsxmjt2ghfjxj.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_... Please repost! #Mariners #SeattleMariners #TrueToTheBlue

What’s the loss you still carry? The game you remember exactly where you were. The one that felt personal. Drop the team + the moment below. Let’s talk about why some defeats never really leave us. Read: sportemotions.co/f/to-love-a-... #SportsFans #SportsCulture #SportsPsychology

It would be interesting to do an analysis of press coverage of service disruptions on the Métro vs the REM. The blue line was interrupted for almost 40 minutes, but there isn't a single news on media, unlike what often happens with the REM. The REM having problems is a "story." The métro is not.

🚨 New piece at @polbehavior.bsky.social w @chiaravalli.bsky.social @timgravelle.bsky.social @mikemikemed.bsky.social Céline Murri & Beatrice Eugster TLDR: In 🇨🇭 visible mosques increases support for the #FarRight in elections and in referenda (~ +3-5%) Paper: tinyurl.com/5xk6ydv9 Data: osf.io/27pkj

Un gros merci à @alejandrabravo.bsky.social pour sa participation hier en tant que conférencière invitée dans mon cours à l'UOF. Elle a été extrêmement généreuse en partageant ses expériences personnelles et professionnelles ainsi qu’avec les conseils qu’elle a donné aux étudiants.