When is Underdog Day? Underdog Day Countdown. How many days until Underdog Day 2023

© bigstockphoto.com / digitalista

Underdog Day is an annual holiday celebrated on December 17th. It honors all those who overcame their obstacles and pulled off unexpected victories despite having the odds against them. The holiday began in 1976 and pays tribute to the underdogs who proved that anything is possible through hard work and dedication. Although the term “underdog” is primarily used in sports, it can also describe people persevering through immense hardship to become an unlikely success. People like Chris Gardner, whose life was immortalized in the film The Pursuit of Happyness, or the infamous Scotsman William Wallace of Braveheart fame are classic examples of underdogs. Underdog Day reminds us of inspiring stories and motivates us to chase after our dreams no matter what stands in our way.

How to Celebrate Underdog Day

Cheering for an underdog sports team or watching an inspiring movie like Rocky or Forrest Gump are fantastic ways to celebrate Underdog Day. You could even go back and watch some famous underdog sports matches like the 1980 Olympic hockey match between the United States and the Soviet Union, in which the expected loser comes out victorious. Next time December 17th rolls around, make sure to root for an underdog on #UnderdogDay.