Option 2:

The off-season is a great time for professional athletes. You finally get to rest, rehab, and recharge. You get to see your friends and family for more than a day and do lots of hanging out and catching up. Vacations are also a must to get that quality time. One thing that happens during the off-season that doesn't bother you as much as during the season is meeting fans.

During the season it happens a lot because you're actively playing and fans are currently involved in the season. In the off-season, though, you're more out of sight out of mind and can move around with less interruptions. When they do happen though, you're much more welcoming with the fans and can take time for pictures and autographs. The interactions are much more laid back and chill and it's the best time to meet and talk with fans. There's so much pressure during the season you just don't know how interactions will go. The off-season is just when fans can be fans and it's great times. So, whenever I see fans on my break I always love the meetings and can enjoy it and take time talking and making their day.

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