I never played but if you've been to the arena, you can become a fan. Hockey is best in person.
The best televised game is football.
College basketball isn't bad on TV but it's a trip in the field house.
I enjoy baseball on the radio.
I also enjoy the NBA on the radio -- if it is mimed.
I'll follow the American hockey team in the Olympics, especially in the medal rounds, and I'll never forget the victory over the Soviets. I may have even cut class that day to watch that game.
I agree, especially about NFL football. There's a certain excitement to being at the stadium, but watching it on TV is the best way to actually see the game.
I do hope they get this lockout resolved, because diehard hockey fans want their game. And I don't blame them.