Novak's Sixth Seal Analysis

Novaks fourth seal of sports examines the metaphysical act of rooting for a sports team. He asserted that sports teams give locations greater meaning. He states, “But the cities gained a new persona. Thousands of their citizens gained a focal point for their affections and despairs” (Novak 151). Novak claims the addition of sports teams to a city add a newfound psychological reality. I agree with this because sports teams are a main attraction and their stadiums are key landmarks for a city. Furthermore, the metaphysical connection between a fan and a team increases ones affinity to their city. No fan wants their team to move, the Buffalo Bills would not be the same team if they crossed coasts and became the Los Angeles Bills. This is …show more content…
He argues that competition is both against others and oneself, allowing for it to be present in all aspects of sports. I agree with this because athletes constantly push themselves to be better every single day. I also agree with his claim that desire is a determining factor in whether a player is great or not. Without the desire or will to compete one cannot be successful because there is not as much at stake, they are not as at risk. This is why, as Novak argues, there are some players who are great in practice but not in games and vice …show more content…
Sports both provide insights to people’s character as you get to see how they handle the threat of utter defeat or the joy of winning. In these quintessential moments of competition, athletes are raw and vulnerable, giving the viewer an insight into their true character. Novak also argues that sports show people their limits. I also agree with this, as there is a time in everyone’s life where they think they have the faintest of chances of going pro. Furthermore, every kid has their own version of his Barry story that plays out in one way or another to