While it may seem trivial and not very serious, the humble game of AFL is an excellent example of constant change having the ability to trigger a series of different emotions in rapid succession. Before a game there is much anticipation and uncertainty, once it begins, it may only take one simple moment to set off a explosion of anger or disappointment. More amplified in close games. The yo-yo-ing scores create happiness, enjoyment, pride while at the same time bringing anger, hatred and frustration.
Even one-sided matches can spark these emotions. Say a team was winning by a comfortable 50 points, the confidence is high, when the opposition kicks a few quick goals. While the once evident safety created through winning comes worry, concern and fear. It stems from people being unsure to what is going to happen, they have gone from a comforting position of being ahead to the fearful state of a possible loss. One thing that doesn't end when the siren goes is the same emotions that were present at at least one stage of the match. Whether it is disapproval of the umpires or a newly introduced rule, the emotions continue to flow.
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