In this paper, the researcher presents a discussion of how educational institutions can combat sports fanaticism. From this main question, the following sub-questions emerge:
• What is meant by sports fanaticism?
• What are the characteristics of a sports fanatic?
• What are the causes of sports intolerance?
• What are the obstacles that limit the role of educational institutions in eliminating sports fanaticism?
• What is the hoped-for role for educational institutions to eliminate sports fanaticism?