Superbowl XXXIX

With the Superbowl just four hours away now, I decided to talk a little about sports and maybe throw in a prediction while I'm stuck at work until just before the kickoff. The New England Patriots are the obvious favorite over the Philadelphia Eagles, but don't count anyone out too soon. This game could very well be one of the most exciting games in a long time. At least, that's what we all hope for, right? The art of sport is a dream in modern times. A dream that has captivated millions. Sport has often reflected on the many social changes that the world has gone through and may continue to do so. Its beginnings probably lie with the first humans themselves who wanted to increase their skills and physical abilities most likely for survival purposes. Throughout the ages, sport has represented everything from individual freedom to the glory and pride of a nation. The Greeks brought alot of repect and glory into sports with the Olympics, which were held in respect to the 'Gods'. The olympics were a time of peace even during conflicts, a place where athletes could compete without killing one another. A byproduct of the Indutrial Revolution and mass production was increased leisure which allowed increases in spectator sports, less elitism in sports, and greater accessibility. Presently, the growing medium of global communications and mass media have contributed tremendously to the popularity of sports.
As for the Superbowl, it's a great culmination for football.. but it's sad to see the season go so quickly. Of course there's the AFC-NFC game, which really doesn't mean much. I like what the MLB did with making their All-Star game winner represent the league that gets more home games in the World Series. The NFL should get clever like that. Nevertheless, football remains to me one of the greatest sports ever invented. Not that I'm any good or anything. So who do I think is going to win? The Patriots are strong, defending champions, and my uncle is from Boston. On the other hand, the Eagles have determination on their side as well as McNabb.. who's from Chicago. So I really don't know who's going to take this one; It could go either way... but that is the beauty of sport.