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Post by houstonbear15 on Apr 20, 2021 0:02:31 GMT -5
But your comment still reflects a double standard present in sports, as you implied that Kentucky is easier to root for because of their mild celebrations. That’s not an uncommon mindset expressed by many, not only on this board, but other forums for women’s sports as well. The double standard exists because in men’s sports, teams constantly receive recognition and praise for their fiery demeanor as it’s a perceived display of passion for the game. A recent example in college sports I can think of is the bashing of Oklahoma State softball player, Samantha Show for bat flipping. Bat flipping is a staple of baseball and you’ll see plenty of players go viral on social media for doing it. However, Sam Show was criticized and called unsportsmanlike for the very same action. I’m not saying your comment was ill-willed or anything like that. It’s just something I’ve noticed a lot of recently and wanted to open that dialogue. Fair enough- I appreciate you seeking to clarify and am sorry for being defensive. Yeah, for me it's a personal sports preference for which gender doesn't come into play at all- I apply it equally to men's and women's sport alike. I have definitely seen the double-standard you're talking about among some fans and commentators and agree that it's unfair. The teams I had been rooting for in this tournament have been knocked out and in my post I was thinking out loud about how I'm growing to like Kentucky and that's one thing I appreciate about them. And I love a good celly- that third set Stumler dig to kill huddle was fun. I think what I read the first time is that you saying you liked Kentucky because they don’t go over the top with celebrations was also you saying that you don’t like when teams do go over the top. That’s why I brought up the double standard associated with sports celebrations. I now understand that your comment was just based on personal preference rather than comparing with criticism.
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Post by donut on Apr 20, 2021 9:53:58 GMT -5
FWIW, anyone who says UK has relaxed celebrations doesn't watch enough UK volleyball...
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Post by Deleted on Apr 20, 2021 9:55:16 GMT -5
FWIW, anyone who says UK has relaxed celebrations doesn't watch enough UK volleyball... I was also thinking this but didn’t wanna say it lmao
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Post by Kingsley on Apr 20, 2021 9:55:54 GMT -5
But I must reiterate that Kentucky's dance routine during challenges is what got them here.
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Post by agean09 on Apr 20, 2021 9:57:19 GMT -5
FWIW, anyone who says UK has relaxed celebrations doesn't watch enough UK volleyball... I was also thinking this but didn’t wanna say it lmao They have chilled a little since the Kaz Brown years lol. They used to shove each other all over the place which I don’t appreciate. But I’ve come to appreciate their fire on the court. Though it does come at the expense of the Gators a lot more than I would like...
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Post by Deleted on Apr 20, 2021 9:57:59 GMT -5
But I must reiterate that Kentucky's dance routine during challenges is what got them here. they really are so in sync lol
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Post by donut on Apr 20, 2021 10:00:13 GMT -5
I was also thinking this but didn’t wanna say it lmao They have chilled a little since the Kaz Brown years lol. They used to shove each other all over the place which I don’t appreciate. But I’ve come to appreciate their fire on the court. Though it does come at the expense of the Gators a lot more than I would like... Certain Florida fans have been pretty vocal about the pushing and chest bumps post-Brown
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Post by stanfordvb on Apr 20, 2021 10:35:18 GMT -5
I was also thinking this but didn’t wanna say it lmao They have chilled a little since the Kaz Brown years lol. They used to shove each other all over the place which I don’t appreciate. But I’ve come to appreciate their fire on the court. Though it does come at the expense of the Gators a lot more than I would like... I think the shoving is just fine considering that’s a very one sided celebration. I don’t like stare downs or celebrations directed at the other team but if ur hyping up your teammates and getting excited in your own huddle I don’t see a problem with any of it
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Post by agean09 on Apr 20, 2021 13:25:21 GMT -5
They have chilled a little since the Kaz Brown years lol. They used to shove each other all over the place which I don’t appreciate. But I’ve come to appreciate their fire on the court. Though it does come at the expense of the Gators a lot more than I would like... I think the shoving is just fine considering that’s a very one sided celebration. I don’t like stare downs or celebrations directed at the other team but if ur hyping up your teammates and getting excited in your own huddle I don’t see a problem with any of it Yeah I personally don't like it because it hurts haha. I'm a small person and can pushed over relatively easily
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