The Most and Least Favorable Sports Months on the Calendar
As sports fans, we all have our favorite months of the year when it comes to the sports calendar. Some months are filled with excitement and non-stop action, while others can feel like a bit of a lull. In this analysis, we’ll take a look at one man’s rankings of the most and least favorable sports months and see if you agree.
Starting off at number one is September. Football is back and in full swing, giving fans the opportunity to immerse themselves in the game they love. With games happening seven days a week and plenty of chatter and debate, September is a dream come true for football enthusiasts. Additionally, baseball pennant races are still happening, providing some thrilling moments down the stretch. Although the U.S. Open may not feature as many familiar stars as it once did, it still adds to the excitement of September.
Next up is April, the month that gives birth to a new baseball season and crowns two college basketball champions. The NHL and NBA playoffs also kick off during this time, adding to the thrill of the month. And let’s not forget about the Masters at Augusta National and the excitement surrounding the NFL draft.
October takes the third spot on the list. There’s truly no other month like it. If your baseball team has made it to the postseason, your heart starts racing as soon as October 1st hits. The NFL calendar is in full rhythm, with basketball and hockey returning as well. It’s still early enough in the season for every game to matter, making October an exciting time for sports fans.
June comes in at number four. Champions are crowned in both hockey and basketball, bringing joy to fans in those respective cities. Baseball teams start to reveal where they stand in the league pecking order, and the U.S. Open always wishes us a Happy Father’s Day. And every now and then, we get a Belmont Stakes worth shouting about.
May takes the fifth spot on the list. If you have teams in the hunt in both the NHL and NBA, this month is a relentless gauntlet of excitement. Your basketball and hockey teams will take you to the limit almost every single night. Add in the Kentucky Derby and the Indy 500, and May offers a little something for everyone.
January comes in at number six, primarily due to its bonanza of football. From college football winding down to the Super Bowl tournament in full force, football fans are in heaven during January. The NBA and NHL are also in full swing, giving fans a sense of whether their preferred college hoops teams are worth their time.
December takes the seventh spot on the list. This year will be extra interesting as we see how the college football postseason tournament is built. NFL games start to resemble playoff games, especially for teams that haven’t given up on the season. And let’s not forget about the beginning of baseball’s hot stove season.
March, the month when spring training begins, comes in at number eight. While spring training technically starts in February, it’s in March when the games truly begin and we can start feeling the onset of summer. The NCAA Tournaments may not have the same luster they once did, but the first weekend is still a spectacular and fun time for sports fans.
July takes the ninth spot on the list. In years when tennis is at the forefront, Wimbledon provides the best matches at the start of the month. And for baseball fans whose teams may be struggling, there’s always a trade deadline to keep things interesting. The return of football also prevents July from being a complete wasteland.
November, with its focus on football, comes in at number ten. For football fans residing in the football kingdom, this month may rank higher. However, for others, it seems about right.
August takes the eleventh spot. If you prefer colder weather, you may even flip this with February. August was the original dog days of summer, and in many ways, it still is. Baseball occupies most of your attention, and the hope that no key players get injured in NFL training camp takes up the rest.
Finally, coming in at number twelve is February. While we do get the Super Bowl every year, February can still be a bit of a struggle for sports fans. The lack of major sporting events during this month led to the invention of the swimsuit issue by Sports Illustrated back in the day.
So there you have it, one man’s rankings of the most and least favorable sports months on the calendar. Whether you agree or disagree, it’s clear that certain months offer more excitement and non-stop action for sports fans.
