Even the things that are the most fun, that bring the most joy, can turn sour when they become work. Not only are sports not an exception, they’re practically the rule, and college football serves as a prime example. The amount of time required and the intensity of both the mental and physical effort required, along with the pressures, expectations and competitions, are tough enough to handle when someone is enjoying it.
But when love for the game fades, the activities become requirements and the practice becomes work.