FantasySports Facts Trivia at gamerisms
The FantasySports Facts Trivia report by gamerisms was created to
educate, entertain and amuse sports gamers as part of our sports facts
trivia series.
For passionate players of fantasy sports, you are sure to find
something new and something old ranging from the mildly interesting, to
the downright odd. FS = Fantasy Sports
History: FantasySports Facts Trivia
Did you know that fantasy sports started over 50 years ago? It began
with the draft of George Blanda. Now, Fantasy Sports has become a kind
of cult following. The irony is that it didn't really begin to get
noticed until the internet took over in the mid 1990's.
It was during this time that manufacturers and companies took advantage
of this.
Back in 1994, the 49ers took the title away from the Chargers. After
this, it was all over.
Now an industry unto itself, FS boosts a vast number of participants
and holds a huge influence over other sports.
FS Players Stats: FantasySports Facts
Trivia
Over 20 years later, fantasy sports play is going stronger then ever.
Let's look at some of the players’ stats.
When it comes to fantasy football, over 33 million gamers participate
with both genders ‘playing the game’. FantasySports facts trivia
reports that about 20% of all fantasy players are women and growing.
The average age is 34.
Most gamers are also involved in multiple leagues. This means they play
more then one sport at a time, at different levels.
While football is far and away, the most popular fantasy sport; other
fantasy sports are baseball, soccer, basketball, hockey, golf, NASCAR
and MMH=Mixed Martial Arts.
Fantasy sports have increased dramatically as technology has improved.
For example, updating or adjusting lineups on a desktop computer was
the only way to go whereas now these adjustments can easily be updated
on a smart phone or tablet. Today, about 50% of FS players use mobile
phone to edit, log on and use it every day.
The Money Trail: FantasySports Facts
Trivia
The booming business of FS generates $1.6 billion annually, and with
other fantasy sports included, the total amount raises to over $2
billion per year. These numbers are, expected to double within the next
several years.
Over half of the players spend $100 per year. Players spent over $11
billion in fees and competition prices last year on fantasy sports.
These monies range from contest/event entry fees to fees to enter
certain leagues in order to play or pay to play with the potential to
win their league whether it is a full season league or a one week
league.
Fantasy Football: FantasySports Facts
Trivia
Fantasy football is definitely the most popular of all fantasy sports.
While there are other fantasy teams and sports, fantasy football
provides ease of access as it only requires a single game per week to
make adjustments and trade.
FantasySports facts trivia reports over 26 million gamers in the US
played in a fantasy football league during the 2013 season and this
number is only going to be much larger for future seasons.
NFL without the fantasy portion is not the same thing. Just ask any
player or participant. Yes, watching NFL on the TV is fun; but, it's a
completely different concept when you add FS play.
The average fantasy player spends around three hours managing the team.
This number is roughly the same with other sports like baseball where
there are more games that take place throughout the course of the
season, However, with football, there are usually fewer trades and
moves made and with the bye week, many teams need to move their players
around in order to make up for this off week.
Unique and Odd FantasySports Facts
Trivia
Waiting on the sidelines are the legal and insurance companies.
FantasySports facts trivia reports that you can hire legal
representation for the legal disputes that can happen with fantasy
football.
Additionally, you can buy insurance on players you like. No matter what
happens, you are protected.
What would you sacrifice to play fantasy sports?
Here are some astounding statistics. 16% of men would give up sex to
play. I'm not saying these men would give up sex for their entire life.
They would probably only give it up for a brief period.
19% of the players would give up mobile phones.
Almost 50% of all male players would give up alcohol for an entire
month.
These 3 stats above might not seem like important fantasysports facts
trivia, but it is. It tells the story of what people are willing to
give up to play the games.
Alternatively, let’s look at the benefits.
Benefits of Playing: FantasySports
Facts Trivia
You get to play both the coach and scout. This means that you can keep
your eye out for opportunities. If one or more sports players are
appealing, you can support them.
You don't have to weep when the season ends. You can play games in the
postseason too. This beats having to wait around for a few months for
the excitement to kick in again.
Playing fantasy sports is ultimately better then waiting in line for
the next Star Wars movie. No waiting for the next installment with
fantasy sports play that offer daily
contests/events and promotions.
Girls are just as competitive as the boys are. This is your chance to
shine girls. Don't let the guys take all your fun away. This is not a
man's game, it's for everyone. Show your man friends what you are made
of!
Lastly, and the best benefit of all is the variety, types and large
number of FS Contests/Events:
- GPP=Guaranteed Prize Pool Contests: GPPs are contests that payout
the entire prize pool, regardless if the contest fills or not.
- Head-to-Head- Winner takes all in these one-on-one contests.
- Leagues: Play against two or more opponents at a time in smaller
field contests.
- 50/50’s: Fantasy Sports teams finishing in the top-half of the
field win cash no matter the number of entries.
- Qualifier Contests: Win tickets that can be used for free entry
into a higher stakes contest
- Multipliers: Great way for a bankroll boost! Win 3x -10x your
entry fee in these contests.
- Steps: Advance at each step by winning a ticket to the next
level. Jump in at Step 1 for just $2.00 and work your way to Step 4 to
win cash!
- Beginner: Play against other beginners in up to 50 contests for
each sport. Once you reach that limit, per sport, these contests will
no longer be available to enter.
- Multi-Match Head-to-Head: Contest enters you into 20 unique
Head-to-Head matchups, under one entry, where you win cash with each
win. The prize structure mimics the payout you would receive if
you played each person in a single Head-to-head contest. 20 people will
win cash in this 21 person tournament.
- Freeroll Contests: These contests are free to enter and any
winnings will be paid with Entry Tickets or Reward Dollars
FantasySports
Facts Trivia is followed by FS Quiz
Other FS pages are:
Fantasy Sports
Guide-Intro
Fantasy
Sports Glossary
FS Terms-
Part 2
OR
Sportsbetting Online Guide
Football Quiz
At gamerisms.com, we are attentive about getting the word out
about the language of sports and games; however, we ask your assistance
and consideration in promoting us.
Click link below that reads, "Enjoy this page? Please pay it forward.
Here's how..." to add a link to your site, blog or personal page.