News here of the unruly and the ugly. I will periodically select a fanatic to spotlight from the latest news stories, and videos as well as from nominations sent to this blog.

Please email news and videos of crazed fans you think are Fanaticus-worthy and merit consideration.

Note: No stunts will be considered. Fanaticus is not responsible for your bad behavior.

“A well-researched and shocking look at “extreme fanaticism” throughout sports history”
-- Publishers Weekly

“Justine Gubar’s powers of observation, combined with her reporting skills,
make her the perfect tour guide.”

—Tim Keown, ESPN the Magazine

“Justine Gubar does a remarkable job unmasking the breadth and depth of sports fanaticism, and explaining how devotion can turn into obsession, and even into danger.”
–Rachel Nichols, CNN Anchor