Break Out the Pom Pons – Football Season is Upon Us

September 10, 2008 11:30 am     Posted in Back to School  Sarabeth - University of Texas g+ page

texas footballWith football season off and running , I’m hoping everyone reading this is as excited as I am!


By Sarabeth

(Editor’s Note: Wooo! DE-FENCE! GO TEAM!!)

Call me a tomboy, but I love me some football. I personally blame my parents for being hardcore Packer fans, and the fact that I HAD to go to every football game in high school because I was on drumline. But I’ve come up with my favorite parts of football season that everyone – even if you aren’t a sports fan – can enjoy.

1. School Spirit: Who doesn’t have it in college? There’s just something about a stadium full of thousands upon thousands of people screaming chants along with the cheerleaders that get’s everyone’s blood pumping. Everyone on campus seems to be happier on game day, especially nearing a rivalry game. And since we’re on the subject of school spirit, I’d be remiss if I didn’t say HOOK ‘EM!!!!

2. The Parties: Do I really need to explain why a weekly chance to go out, drink, and get lucky is a good thing?

3. Tailgating: Now, although similar to the parties, tailgating is something all on it’s own. Getting all pumped in the parking lot with the grill and a six pack is definately my idea of a Saturday afternoon. It’s a great way to meet guys, and they tend to respond well when they realize you follow football. But if you don’t follow the games, don’t worry. As we all know, guys love to explain things. Just stand there and nod.

4. Turning Your School Colors Into a Cute Outfit: I have no problem going to games in my school shirt and jeans, but then there those girls who turn the game into a fashion contest. My school color isn’t exactly what’s considered “pretty” (burnt orange…I mean, come on!), but I’ve seen it done well. Last season I saw a girl in a maxi dress and a cowboy hat, and I get the feeling I will be seeing more of those this season.

5. If Your Team Wins Your Guy Will Be in a Much Better Mood: Seriously, perfect time to ask him to take you out. If the game goes the other way for your team, however, just get him a six pack and talk to him on Monday.

So what’s your favorite part of football season?

3 Comments on "Break Out the Pom Pons – Football Season is Upon Us"

  1. E says:
    Wed, 10th Sep 20084:32 pm 

    Our school has some pretty fucking creative people! These girls are turning college boring men's t-shirt into halters, tube tops, and some weird cutouts. I'm pretty amazed and personally would like a step by step instruction on how to make my t-shirts more versatile and less "manly". Secondly, just had to say that Wisconsin kicks ass (Packers and the Badgers). Maybe not literally all the time, but as a Wisconsonite my heart will always stay with these fabulous football teams no matter where I go. And finally, football is so much more amazing this year than I ever remember it being in past years. Maybe it's because I was abroad last year and missed the entire game season; at least I'm more appreciative of what our lovely country has to offer us. Seriously world, you are missing out.

  2. Finnish Engineer says:
    Thu, 11th Sep 20082:31 am 

    Seriously?

    I dont deny that going to watch a game with your friends and doing everything before and after can and is fun and that actually playing the game can be fun but actually watching the game in my mind is very boring. All the stoppades make the game very slow and sluggish and its too easy to score and the time-playing at the of the match is very frustrating. Those stoppades are great for trips to the fridge and commercials but for me it kills all the excitment. Plus the TV-commentators have no idea whats happening on the field.

    As a exciting game, many sports like hockey and soccer beat it out but as a exciting event its the real show.

    *Dugs for cover to avoid angry americans*

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