How to Throw an Awesome Football Party

It's the final two minutes of the fourth quarter, and your number has been called upon to host the troops for this week's football game. Fortunately, the minimum requirements for a successful football party include just a TV, food and drinks. However, since you're reading this right now, you probably want to throw the football party that everyone remembers at the end of the season. Well, read on because the following tips will transform you from second string to the clutch party thrower you've always aspired to become!

Commit to the Football Theme

Any party is taken to a new level by a theme, which is especially true for football parties. Right when your guests walk in, they should be greeted by football plates, football beer mugs, and a bullet pass to the chest (don't do this).

Serve Food and Drinks Party Style

Imagine you were tailgating before the game outside the stadium. How would things look? There would be a cooler filled with drinks, buried in the coldest, most refreshing ice there ever was. The snacks would be opened all at once so everyone can pick what they want with no fuss. Your apartment should replicate that tailgating atmosphere. 

Of course, no tailgate would be complete without grilling up some the classics: burgers, steaks, hot dogs and brats. The smell of a grill cooking the goods symbolizes the football atmosphere. You're essentially giving your guests a sneak peek about what's to come, except they don't have to wait a whole week like the evil TV shows make them do.

Accommodate Everyone

Sometimes, you may have invited someone over who may be a little different from the bunch. Maybe you've got a vegetarian coming over, or a health nut, or maybe someone who doesn't drink beer (gasp!). In any case, plan ahead for each guest's individual needs to make them feel more welcomed.

Clean!

Nothing will get you benched as a party host quicker than a dirty apartment will. Not only do you give off the vibe that you don't respect your guests, but you've also shown that your football party played second fiddle to whatever caused you to not clean the place up. Oh, and please save your unwashed-for-five-weeks lucky underwear for a different day.

There you have it! Use these tips to work your way up the depth chart and possibly become the one who holds the coveted Super Bowl party.

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