football games?

Question

I am really not very social, but I want to start going to things like football games to become more scoial, the problem is none of my friends like football, they hate it and they refuse to go. I feel awquard when I am by myself in social settings and can't start up conversation. I don't know what to say, oh and I don't know how to play or watch football, SO DOSE ANYONE HAVE ANY ADVICE THAT CAN HELP ME? and CAN ANYONE EXPLAIN THE SPROT TO ME? thanks!

Answer 1

All the above answers are right. order this book and then go to a sports bar.


http://www.stsent.com/_football/dummies.htm

Answer 2

I like the idea of going to a sports bar, just don't sit down and start asking lots of questions (this interrupts the other people watching the game). Wait until commercials, or after the game. A lot of times, the announcer will answer your questions before you even ask them. You can learn a lot about football just watching the games on TV. I would suggest watching a few games at home (or a friends' house) first.

Once you've seen a few games, and understand the rules, and most importantly, you pick a team you want to root for, then you're ready for a real game.

Also, at your local High School, they play games on Friday nights. (Half the games will be aways games). My city has Four High Schools, so there is a city stadium that is used every Friday night. This is a great way to watch a sport. There will be people you know there, and you might end up rooting for the neighbors son.

Answer 3

I think its awesome that you want to broaden your social horizons, and sporting events can be a great way to do that. Especially since you do not have to be very outgoing to go to and enjoy the game and it can be easy to bond with fellow fans around you. Since you have something to do while there (cheer for your team!!), you should not feel awkward if you do go by yourself but to make it easier you could ask a friend/relative to go in the beginning to help you learn about the game. When you go to a game you should easily be able to strike up a convo with neighboring fans (you have something in common from the start: cheering for the home team!) and they most likely would love to share/showoff their knowledge of the sport with you, so you can ask them any questions. Plus, since you said you are shy, you may feel more comfortable talking about the game than more personal things in the beginning. Overtime it should get easier and soon you will be the one with all the football knowledge helping everyone else! Enjoy the game and have fun!!

Answer 4

I wouldn't go a football game alone, just because it's the type of event that is better enjoyed with someone else, or with a group of people. Also, the conversation is going to be limited more than in a lot of social situations, both because of noise and because people are trying to watch the game.

As for explaining the game itself, it would be difficult to do on here - I'd just read the rules:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/American_football#Rules

I've been to a ton of games, and I have to admit that I really prefer watching it on TV with my friends....it's also a much better social environment.

Answer 5

Cutie, do you work? Some of your co-workers are bound to be football fans, so if you hear about a football pool going on during the season, participate. You'll get to know these people and maybe you can go with them to a game. Cutie don't go by yourself and start talking to people; you'll probably be miserable and they may think you're crazy. Are there any other sports events you might be interested in, like basketball.

Answer 6

Maybe you could ask your father, brother, uncle, or a male friend to try to explain it to you and maybe take you to some games. Once you are there you can meet some people your own age and maybe learn as you go. Word of advice from another female football fan. They will never admit it but men love feeling smart/needed so anytime you ask them to explain something to you (even if you already know it) they love it. Now for God's sake don't do it during the game but before or after or during commericals ask questions. Its completely addictive and trust me you'll understand it and be hooked in no time.

Answer 7

Just start going to the games and sit by people you think you would like to speak to

Then just watch the game and then comment on a run or a pass and that will spark up a conversation

Answer 8

Here is a link to a good site explaining the game. Just scroll down to the basic rules section: http://www.gamesandsport.org/football.htm

As far as socializing at a game, I'm sure you will see SOME people that you know there that you can talk to.

Answer 9

its basic...6 points (7 with field goal conversion) for a touchdown (getting the ball to the opposite end of the field into the end zone) 3 points for a field goal (kicking between Yellow Post), 2 points for a safety (tackling opposing team in their own endzone. Each team has a minimum of 4 chances to move the ball 10 yards...if u get the 10 yards required u get 4 more chances to go 10 more yards,etc. u do this until you are stopped,score, or other team takes ball from u (via interception or fumble) hope dis helps!

P.S. pick the COWBOYS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Answer 10

Just get someone that knows football to go to a high school game with you so you dont have to spend all that money on a NFL game

Answer 11

Go to a bar on a Sunday afternoon and ask questions. And every time you get a question answered buy the answerer a drink.