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Jeter: 9/11 showed sports' true power
11 Sep
Summary
- Jeter questioned the relevance of baseball after 9/11 attacks.
- Fans found solace and memories in baseball post-9/11.
- Sports can provide entertainment and something to cheer for.
On September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks occurred while Derek Jeter and the New York Yankees were preparing for a game. Major League Baseball suspended play following the events. The Yankees' first home game after the attacks was on September 25.
Jeter shared on "Good Morning America" that he questioned the meaning of being a baseball player after 9/11. He realized the significance of sports when fans expressed how attending games offered comfort and happy memories.
This realization shifted the team's perspective. They understood their role in providing entertainment and hope for three hours daily, a responsibility they took seriously during their playoff push that season.
The Yankees ultimately lost the 2001 World Series in Game 7 to the Arizona Diamondbacks. However, Jeter noted that fans primarily recall the special nature of those three home games in New York and expressed gratitude for the team's efforts.
Jeter emphasized that the memories of the Yankees' performance and the support they offered resonated more than the World Series loss. This experience underscored the immense power of sports to transcend difficult circumstances and provide a sense of normalcy and collective spirit.
