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Opinion: Being a sports fan has become an expensive exclusive club
Original: OPINION: Liking professional sports has become a weirdly expensive, exclusive club
A Wichita State University student newspaper opinion piece argues that following professional sports has turned into a costly, exclusive hobby. The writer contends that rising ticket prices, subscriptions and merchandising are pricing out ordinary fans, leaving fandom to those who can afford it. The commentary reflects a wider frustration among fans about the growing cost of attending and following their favourite teams.
Why now: Rising ticket prices and paywalled sports coverage are fuelling debate about affordability and accessibility for everyday fans.
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- OPINION: Liking professional sports has become a weirdly expensive, exclusive club · Wichita State Sunflower
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