Sup! I am big on school spirit and really enjoy watching college sports games. Just out of curiosity, what are usually the most watched college sports?
Great question. American football and men's basketball traditionally command a lot of attention in college sports due to their high levels of competition, intense rivalries, and national championships. They typically draw big crowds and a large television audience, especially during rivalry games, playoffs, or events like the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament, colloquially known as "March Madness".
Women's basketball is also popular and has been gaining more recognition over the years, especially during the NCAA Women's Basketball Tournament.
Besides these, certain regions and schools have unique sports interests. For example, in northern states and Canada, ice hockey can enjoy a tremendous following. In states like Florida or California, baseball might draw sizable crowds. At the University of Oregon and UCLA, who have recently joined the Big Ten Conference, their football and basketball games are pretty popular due to the intensity and stakes of the conference's competition.
Even though these sports are traditionally the most popular, the "most watched" can also vary depending on the performance of the school's team in a given year. If a typically less followed sport has a team doing exceptionally well, it could also grab a lot of attention. So it's always a good idea to support your school's teams and contribute to the school spirit!
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