TO THE EDITOR:
This letter is in response to “Be respectful to visiting teams, stop booing them” (Feb. 7).
I agree with the sentiment that “we extend a degree of courtesy and respect … commensurate with the hard work and sacrifice that goes into participating in varsity athletics.” Varsity athletics requires hours upon hours of practice and should not be taken lightly.
I do however disagree that booing should completely cease. Booing is done in such a way that it gives a certain respect, like Reggie Jackson said: “Fans don’t boo nobodies.” This booing may not be a positive respect, but it shows a recognition for the athletes being booed.
While the booing may seem bad, I think that fans have a right to be able to boo when they want. Let them boo till they can’t boo any more.
Andrew Clarke
Freshman
Biology
