Meathead
Diamond Member
We have a word for that,"ritual".It’s still a stupid idea, and has nothing to do with a sporting event.Anthems are a stupid thing to play at a sporting event.
The organizations that play them are well within their rights to do so. Obviously, most of the fans appreciate them doing so.
Doesn't really matter, does it? Playing the anthem before athletic contests is a part of Americana now. I'm sure some people think hot dogs are stupid and have nothing to do with a sporting event, but a LOT of people buy and eat them at games.