New York Yankees Fans Are Among the Most Annoying Sports Fans in America, Study Shows
New York Yankees fans are known for their passion and loyalty. However, a study by Yardbarker ranks them in second place as the most annoying sports fans in America.
Are non-Yankees fans just jealous? Or is there really something to this ranking?
A History of Success
The Yankees have won 27 World Series titles, more than any other team. This long history of winning has made their fans very proud—and rightly so. But sometimes, this pride can come across as arrogance to fans of other teams.
Yardbarker comments that Yankees fans are “loud, obnoxious and impossible to please but also want you to know that they “really know baseball.”
Behavior at Games
At games, some Yankees fans can be very vocal. They often cheer loudly and aren’t afraid to express their opinions. While enthusiasm is great, it can sometimes be overwhelming for others.
But don’t take it from us; Crestline’s survey found that Yankees fans were voted the worst-behaved and most arrogant fan base overall.
Expectations and Entitlement
Because the Yankees have been so successful, their fans often expect them to win every game. This high expectation can lead to disappointment and frustration when the team doesn’t perform well.
Some people feel that Yankees fans act entitled, believing their team should always come out on top. This attitude can be off-putting to non-Yankees fans.
Furthermore, Yardbarker points out that the strong presence of Yankees fans can sometimes overshadow fans of other teams. Their confidence and loud support can make opposing fans feel unwelcome or annoyed. This dominance can create tension, especially during away games where Yankees fans travel in large numbers.
The Caveat
While Yankees fans may very well be annoying, when push comes to shove, fans of any sports team can wear on the nerves of a rivalry team’s fanbase.
And, of course, not all Yankees fans are annoying.
Nevertheless, Yardbarker’s study is a reminder that in sports, as in life, it’s important to balance pride with humility and to respect the fans of all teams.
Top Ten Most Annoying Sports Fans
By now, you’re probably itching to know which fans are the very most annoying as well as those that are slightly less annoying than Yankees fans but still more annoying than average.
Here’s the complete list starting with the most annoying, as ranked by Yardbarker:
- Duke basketball fans
- New York Yankees fans
- Chicago Bears fans
- Notre Dame football fans
- New England Patriots fans
- Pittsburgh Penguins fans
- Toronto Maple Leafs fans
- Los Angeles Lakers fans
- Golden State Warriors fans
- St. Louis Cardinals fans
- Denver Broncos fans
- Pittsburgh Steelers fans
- New York Jets fans
- Boston Red Sox fans
- Penn State football fans
- North Carolina basketball fans
- Toronto Raptors fans
- Chicago Cubs fans
- Michigan football fans
- SEC football fans
- Dallas Cowboys fans
- Philadelphia Eagles fans
- Houston Astros fans
- Kentucky basketball fans
- Alabama football fans
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