On April 21, 2018 we went to the Orange and White game at Neyland Stadium. We have went to it for the last few years. It is an awesome experience and it is free!
We rode a free shuttle bus to get to the game on campus. It was packed full and we planned on riding it back but it was so disorganized that we just walked back. It was still a fun walk as we got to explore the campus.We had to take some pictures with a fountain, stop to look at some flowers, and went to the UT apparel store to cool off since we had our nephew with us. It was some much needed exercise! (I have been out of college for 2.5 years but I am not as fit as I was when I was a student.)
The pregame events are just as fun as the game itself. You can meet Smokey, hear live music, meet some of the athletes, and watch the parade that goes down the streets of the campus of the University of Tennessee.
Not the final score. One of the teams made another touchdown last minute.
We really liked the fact that the Stadium was closed until almost time for the game to start. Coach Pruitt wanted to meet the families of the players, get some warm-ups and practice in before the game. He is focused on the family elements and the player’s grades than whether or not they will win. Without the support of families, the players would not be where they are today.
This year, the game itself was done by the regular rules. (There were some weird scoring regulations last year.) I could actually keep up with the game this year! (when we weren’t looking for the mascot Smokey) We sat higher up this year but we got a great view. The place was packed (but not to capacity). The crowd was a major part of the experience.
If this game is any sign of the next season, I cannot wait!
Have you ever attended a football game? How about a spring game? What are you looking forward to?
Looks like you had a great time! I haven't attended a professional football game -- just my games when I was in high school (over 10 years ago!). Looks fun!
ReplyDeleteDefinitely look into it! Such a better experience.
DeleteHow fun. That's awesome you got to explore the campus a bit after the game too. And that coach sounds great; worrying more about family and grades than winning.
ReplyDelete-Lauren
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Yes, Coach Pruitt seems to have some expectations for the team that are very welcomed in my book.
DeleteWe're die hard Florida fans, but there's something about being in a stadium (any stadium) that just makes you feel GOOD! I love it! #gogators
ReplyDeleteI agree about the feeling that a stadium gives. Nothing matches it.
DeleteI loe the spring football games! We go to the SMU ones sometimes!
ReplyDeleteMy school has football games all the time!
ReplyDeleteI loved attending the school football games when I was in HS and have attended for the past 2 seasons for my daughter's team when she participated on the competitive cheer team. There's something about the atmosphere that carries an energy and hope that can't be beat...no matter who wins. Thanks for sharing this post!
ReplyDeleteI love the atmosphere of sporting events! Feel free to check out my post "Take Me Out to the Ball Game" as well.
DeleteSo fun! My husband is a Vols fan so we go to the games sometimes!
ReplyDeleteWe are hoping to attend at least one official game this year. Hopefully we will see you there!
DeleteI haven't been to a game in years, but I'm hoping to take my boys in the fall.
ReplyDeleteThis looks like so much fun! I love going to sports games - such a fun Environment!
ReplyDeletexo, Chelsie
Looks like a great time! I'm overdue for a game myself.
ReplyDeletexx Tatyanna
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