There are some sporting terms that many consider to be outdated. It’s either because the sport has evolved or people are simply not buying into the message anymore. Playing for pride is one of the more popular debated terms. Should it matter if a team plays for pride? Do fans remain invested after seeing their favorite team fall short when the stakes were high? Those are some of the collective arguments about “playing for pride” being a nonsensical phrase.
For all the critiques, there are plenty of positives about the aspect of playing for pride. It builds character and unity during difficult times, along with regaining some self-belief that your team can win games.