superfan
noun
su·per·fan
ˌsü-pər-ˈfan 
plural superfans
: an extremely enthusiastic or dedicated fan
… superfans, people absolutely enveloped by their passion.—
George Plimpton
George Plimpton… is considering placing cameras around his team's complex and having superfans pay to tune in …—Peter King
Peter KingTo coaches and college presidents, boosters are superfans willing to put their money where their hearts are.—Robert Lipsyte
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The former Angels and Clippers superfan now bears a Yankees tattoo on his chest and roots for Detroit teams, as well as for the Cleveland Cavaliers.
—Julie Belcove, Robb Report, 25 Apr. 2026
As a Participating Member Association (PMA) Supporter, or superfan, Schwarzbach was able to score two tickets for $1,600 to the quarter-final and semi-final matches, games that are scheduled to be played in US stadiums.
—Vivian Song, CNN Money, 21 Apr. 2026
The Official Podcast will accommodate the award-winning Hulu Original’s season two launch on May 15, hosted by the journalist, broadcaster and Rivals superfan, The Hollywood Reporter has learned.
—Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 21 Apr. 2026
Some superfans see him as part of their families.
—Cate Martel, The Hill, 20 Apr. 2026
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Julie Belcove, Robb Report, 25 Apr. 2026
As a Participating Member Association (PMA) Supporter, or superfan, Schwarzbach was able to score two tickets for $1,600 to the quarter-final and semi-final matches, games that are scheduled to be played in US stadiums.
—Vivian Song, CNN Money, 21 Apr. 2026
The Official Podcast will accommodate the award-winning Hulu Original’s season two launch on May 15, hosted by the journalist, broadcaster and Rivals superfan, The Hollywood Reporter has learned.
—Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 21 Apr. 2026
Some superfans see him as part of their families.
—Cate Martel, The Hill, 20 Apr. 2026
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“Superfan.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/superfan. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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