Fan psychology and player mindset play an enormous role in sports — especially when we add tribalism to the equation. Tribalism in sports is nothing new. It’s just that we see and deal with it more than ever because of social media. And when it comes to Buckeye sports (football) we see it weekly! We have to talk about it…

In this episode of Buckeye Focused we discuss fan psychology, tribalism in sports, and player mindset – we even get into those Buckeye losses (Virginia Tech, Oklahoma, Michigan State, Iowa, Purdue, Alabama). That 2014 National Championship season. And way more.

As always, Buckeye Focused is hosted by former Ohio State Buckeye, Nate Oliver (IG). And Eric Kasimov (Twitter).

Nate played for the Buckeyes mostly under Coach Jim Tressel between 2007-2011.

Eric is the founder of KazSource, Inc, and the creator of this platform, SportsE+.

Topics and more for Buckeye Focused 8 | Tribalism in Sports x Player Mindset

* NY Yankees vs. Guardians rain delay.

* The Indians (today Cleveland Guardians) have not won the World Series since 1948

* Famous players to never win their championship: Patrick Ewing | Ted Williams | Barry Sanders | article on enjoying the journey

* Tribalism in sports and fan psychology

* A lack of quality opponents in college football

* The Cornerback is the best athlete on the field

* Playing as an underdog

* Baron Browning | Denver Broncos

* The Fan | 1996 (Robert De Niro and Wesley Snipes)

Pat McAfee Show on Russell Wilson and a lack of access:

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