The Real Buffalo Joe Posted October 29, 2018 Author Posted October 29, 2018 6 minutes ago, DrDawkinstein said: For the amount of time, money, and energy Ive spent on this team over the last 35 years, I'll refer to them however I want. Especially for the return on investment. I am more of a "Bill" than most current players who dont know anything about the team prior to 2008, as are most fans here. That's how I feel. I have friends that although they actually attended/work for UH, have never attended a single sporting event. Hell, between every football game I attend, which includes at least 2 sometimes 5-6 hours of pre game tailgating, and 3-4 baseball games a week, and the occasional basketball game, I spend more time on campus than a good portion of the student body.
DrDawkinstein Posted October 29, 2018 Posted October 29, 2018 1 minute ago, The Real Buffalo Joe said: That's how I feel. I have friends that although they actually attended/work for UH, have never attended a single sporting event. Hell, between every football game I attend, which includes at least 2 sometimes 5-6 hours of pre game tailgating, and 3-4 baseball games a week, and the occasional basketball game, I spend more time on campus than a good portion of the student body. Yeah, wrt your question/situation, call them whatever you want. After 8 years they should give you an honorary doctorate in fandom.
Cripple Creek Posted October 29, 2018 Posted October 29, 2018 1 hour ago, The Real Buffalo Joe said: Had a discussion with someone the other day. When is it appropriate to say "We won" or "They beat us" etc. as a fan of a team? Some say never. Personally, I think it's fine as long as your consistant. You can't say "We won" when it's good, but "The Bills lost" when they're bad. I've been a Bills and Sabres fan for my entire life. Grew up there, went to games, been through the good and the bad. Moved to Houston when I was 20, about 8 years ago. Started attending University of Houston football games. Eventually bought season tickets for both the football and baseball teams. Some have said that I shouldn't say "we" since I'm not a student/alumni/athlete/faculty member. But I support the teams more than most of them do. I don't make donations to the school, other than buying my tickets. When I first moved here, my cousins played football and softball for their high school. Got to know most of the kids on the teams too. So at the time, I would refer to them as we, since I did have a personal connection. Still go to the games, but since I don't know any of the kids on the team, I now say them. You didn’t do ***** bro.
row_33 Posted October 29, 2018 Posted October 29, 2018 do whatever you like, and wear a team jersey with your favourite player's name on it
GoBills808 Posted October 29, 2018 Posted October 29, 2018 I use both interchangeably...I think I use the 'we/us/our' first person plural personal pronouns when discussing football with other Bills fans, and the 'they'them/their' third person plural personal pronouns in casual conversation or with fans of other teams. I don't end up losing a lot of sleep over it either way.
Fadingpain Posted October 29, 2018 Posted October 29, 2018 2 hours ago, Gugny said: I do both and don't give it much thought. Likewise. I think almost all sports fans do. Kind of a nonstarter IMO.
Saxum Posted October 29, 2018 Posted October 29, 2018 When I see posts like "Why did we no choose <insert favorite player>? Somebody ought to be fired." the word "we" is only appropriate if poster can be fired for decision.
Pete Posted October 29, 2018 Posted October 29, 2018 fan is short for fanatic. Why shouldn't we say we? The team is part of the community. Where do you draw the line? Can Thurman Thomas say "my Bills"? What about Lonnie Johnson? Billy Joe Hobert? What about the Green Bay citizens that own the Packers? My Bills have a good D, but will be lucky to win 5 games. And My Sabres have turned the corner, and their arrow is pointed up
The Real Buffalo Joe Posted October 29, 2018 Author Posted October 29, 2018 They do announce when the team takes the field "Ladies and Gentleman, your 2018 Buffalo Bills!"
Augie Posted October 30, 2018 Posted October 30, 2018 8 hours ago, T&C said: I'll crap my pants if we win tonight... You got lucky??? You can say “we” if you are deeply invested emotionally and/or financially. It’s entertainment, these are your guys. It’s why we’re here. Take the good with the bad, and don’t be a bandwagon jerk.
K-9 Posted October 30, 2018 Posted October 30, 2018 When they’re good it’s we/us, when they suck it’s they/them. And “they” really suck this year. 1
Jay_Fixit Posted October 30, 2018 Posted October 30, 2018 I have no use for it. And if I’m feeling frisky, I’ll probably comment if you’re doing it.
Misterbluesky Posted October 30, 2018 Posted October 30, 2018 35 minutes ago, Jay_Fixit said: I have no use for it. And if I’m feeling frisky, I’ll probably comment if you’re doing it. Mister Fishmonger,please explain the difference between the taste of a sardine compared to a anchovie. Signed, KC &The Sunshine Band 1
T&C Posted October 31, 2018 Posted October 31, 2018 19 hours ago, Augie said: You got lucky??? You can say “we” if you are deeply invested emotionally and/or financially. It’s entertainment, these are your guys. It’s why we’re here. Take the good with the bad, and don’t be a bandwagon jerk. Not lucky enough... I could feel it building throughout the 3rd quarter though. The muscles tightened heading into the 4th quarter... the dump was not to be.
ExiledInIllinois Posted October 31, 2018 Posted October 31, 2018 On 10/29/2018 at 2:40 PM, Gavin in Va Beach said: So the General Manager can't say it? I believe a team is comprised of many moving parts; players, coaches, admin/support staff, and fans. All of them can say 'we'. Remove the fans, and there are no players, coaches, and admin/support staff. We pay them in money and energy, and sacrifice time to support them. That "suit" is technically a uniform for the team.
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