Why do women follow sports? What can female fandom tell us about gender relations in sport? This book explores these questions by bringing together the varied s
Women worldwide are making their presence felt as sport fans in rapidly increasing numbers. This book makes a distinctive and innovative contribution to the stu
This book assesses the transformation of football fan culture from a gender perspective. Referring to the notions of homosociality, hegemonic masculinity and pe
Women fans have entered the traditionally male domain of the sports stadium in growing numbers in recent years. Watching professional sport is important for wom
Triumphant wins, gut-wrenching losses, last-second shots, underdogs, competition, and loyalty—it’s fun to be a fan. But when a football player takes a hit t