Like pop culture, sports has its very own fandom, and it includes millions of enthusiastic fans. However, things get interesting when pop culture and sports unite. Fortunately, the composition of these two worlds has been brought to both the big and small screens various times, and each time, it affects a particular fan differently. While the best sports movies have their own essence, TV shows about the game display a little more than sports to make it a wholesome affair.

With One Tree Hill showcasing brotherly love and old-school basketball, and GLOW introducing viewers to gorgeous ladies furiously wrestling, some sports-based TV shows are truly worth watching. There’s a huge list of TV shows that sports lovers can enjoy. Here are 6 TV shows about sports that you should not miss.

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6 All American (2018)

     The CW

Influenced by the life of professional American football player Spencer Paysinger, The CW’s All American takes the viewers on a journey that follows Spencer James (Daniel Ezra), a footballer from South L.A., who gets recruited by a coach expat of the same game and is made to shift schools situated in the lavish neighborhood of Beverly Hills. A treat for all young football fans, All American is also liked by the audience for Spencer’s journey, which is not exactly a bed of roses. Although the TV series is focused on Spencer Paysinger, it also takes turns to tell the stories of other football-surrounded characters in the show. All American has successfully premiered five seasons, with excellent young talent starring in it. The cast lineup includes Daniel Ezra, Samantha Logan, Tamia Cooper, Layla Keating, Jordan Baker, Cody Christian, and more.

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5 GLOW (2017)

     Netflix

Set in the 80s, GLOW takes an unexpected yet fun take on wrestling, where a bunch of out-of-work Hollywood ladies must enter a wrestling competition to take another shot at stardom. Netflix’s unusual choice of wrestling as its focus gives a wonderful ride to its viewers by throwing light on other topics such as class, religion, and race. Moreover, the comedy-drama also subtly discussed the realities of what it’s like to be a working woman and athlete. Indeed, the empowering women of the show are another highlight of the series; they continuously ignite the perfectly written script in every scene. The drama ran for three seasons with an impeccable cast, including Alison Brie, Betty Gilpin, Sydelle Noel, Britney Young, Sunita Mani, and Marc Maron.

4 One Tree Hill (2003)

     The WB

“There’s only one tree hill, and it will always be your home.” Premiering in the early 2000s, One Tree Hill follows two half-brothers, who at first do not see eye-to-eye, but eventually develop a brotherly bond over basketball, friendship, and love. Set in a small town, Tree Hill, in North Carolina, the drama series took the viewers through nine emotional seasons that managed to keep the storyline intact and show a variety of topics throughout its run. Audiences saw the teenage main characters grow into parents, deal with trauma, and follow their passion, while constantly staying true to the game that started everything. Having a specific plot line for all its characters, One Tree Hill starred Chad Michael Murray, James Lafferty, Hilarie Burton, Bethany Joy Lenz, Sophia Bush, Lee Norris, and more.

3 Friday Night Lights (2006)

     NBC

Friday Night Lights asserts that football is truly life for some people. Inspired by the 1990 film by H. G. Bissinger, the drama series consistently received praise for its realistic portrayal of Dillon, Texas and its persistent focus on all its characters. The TV show follows the lives of kids playing for Dillon Panthers, one of the nation’s best high school football teams, and their coach Eric Taylor. Filled with wholesome moments, and sometimes heated episodes, Friday Night Lights also dealt with issues such as abortion, drug use, racism, and the pressure of winning a football game every Friday night. The ensemble and critically lauded cast included Kyle Chandler, Connie Britton, Taylor Kitsch, Jesse Plemons, Aimee Teegarden, Michael B. Jordan, Jurnee Smollett, and more.

2 Cobra Kai (2018)

Like GLOW, Netflix brought another interesting sports-centered TV series with Cobra Kai, which featured karate as its essence. Reuniting William Zabka and Ralph Macchio and igniting their love and passion for the martial arts, Cobra Kai allows the two to train and mentor young students who fight in karate tournaments, while the two sensei also continue their rivalry. Taking the viewers on a trip down nostalgia, Cobra Kai also has its own elements, making a masterpiece and garnering Emmy nominations, which is a huge deal for a reboot show. Hence, it’s truly worth binge-watching the show. The talented cast includes Macchio, Zabka, Courtney Henggeler, Xolo Maridueña, Tanner Buchanan, Mary Mouser, Jacob Bertrand, Gianni Decenzo, Martin Kove, and more.

1 Ted Lasso (2020)

     Apple TV

Undoubtedly one of the best TV shows of 2020, Ted Lasso follows an American football coach, who lacks in knowledge, yet agrees to coach a British Soccer Team. Despite his inexperience, he tries to maintain a positive attitude with his determination and biscuits. Jason Sudeikis, who stars in the titular role, has garnered much love from the audience because of his amazing performance. His character is relatable, makes the best decisions after studying his past, listens to others, and always sees the good in other people. WIth all these qualities in the bag, he also makes up as an excellent coach. Every episode in the AppleTV+ series comes with a valuable lesson, making the show even more approachable to its audience. Besides Sudeikis, Ted Lasso also stars Joe Kelly, Brendan Hunt, Hannah Waddingham, Brendan Hunt, Juno Temple, Brett Goldstein, Phil Dunster, Nick Mohammed, Jeremy Swift, and others.