Officials Share Safety Tips Ahead of National Championship Game
Celebrations are in order for the University of Michigan football team, who secured a remarkable victory at the Rose Bowl. While Ann Arbor won’t be the host for the National Championship game on Monday, January 8, the local community is gearing up to rally behind the Wolverines.
To ensure a secure and enjoyable celebration, the city of Ann Arbor is taking proactive measures. Additional personnel from the police, fire, and emergency management departments are on standby. Fire inspectors will be conducting occupancy inspections to avoid overcrowding during the festivities. The city authorities are urging community members to celebrate and watch the game responsibly in light of the Wolverines’ appearance in the CFP National Championship game.
Ann Arbor Interim Police Chief Patrick Maguire assures, “You can expect to see officers and fire marshals together touring the city and keeping people safe,” he said. “We will have officers watching for unsafe drivers, we’ll be on foot in the bar areas making sure everyone is having a great time responsibly, we’ll have extra patrols in the neighborhoods.”
Parking restrictions ahead of Monday’s game.
In addition, the city has announced on-street parking restrictions from 6 a.m. Monday, January 8, until 6 a.m. Tuesday, January 9, in specific downtown areas. These include South University Avenue between East University Avenue and South Forest Avenue, Church Street between South University Avenue and Willard Street, and East Liberty Street between Thompson Street and State Street. Maynard Street between East Liberty and East William streets is also included.
Stay updated on road and lane closures in Ann Arbor through the city’s website. For real-time navigation through potential traffic issues, the WAZE app is highly recommended by city officials.
For those unable to attend a watch party in Ann Arbor, the excitement extends to movie theaters across metro Detroit. MJR and Emagine are hosting special events, with tickets priced at $20. MJR locations include Brighton, Sterling Heights, and Southgate. Emagine is offering the same ticket price for showings at various locations, including Royal Oak, Canton, Macomb, Novi, Palladium in Birmingham, Rochester Hills, Saline, Woodhaven, Saginaw, Noblesville (Indiana), and Portage (Indiana).
7 Hilarious Football Fan Superstitions Shared by Redditors
Jersey Power
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For some fans, the belief in “jersey power” is real, relying on their chosen jersey to bring their team to victory. A Reddit user revealed, “I change jerseys every game. Never wear the same one twice in a row.” They mentioned that during one season, the Jaguars secured a 3-1 record when following this practice, but experienced a 0-12 record when they didn’t.
Fiery Ritual
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Some fans unquestionably take their rituals to the extreme. During Vince Young’s playing days, a Redditor mentioned that they used to perform a rather unconventional practice of burning a photo of the player. They would attach a picture of his face to a Barbie doll and place it on the grill as part of their ritual.
Sound of Silence
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This particular approach might come across as a bit harsh, yet it seems to show results for this person. Apparently, ignoring their wife and kid during the game is their strategy. “I know it’s weird and the results haven’t been great, but I’m not going to risk it,” they wrote. Priorities, dude!
Quantum Football Mechanics
Some say that dissecting your superstitions like a science can work wonders. A Reddit user shared their approach, saying that if, for some reason, they tune into the game late and the Ravens are in the lead, they turn the game off. “Watching will only swing the game in the opposite direction. It’s like the Heisenberg Principle of quantum football mechanics. Intense observation will only change the outcome,” they humorously explained. That’s dedication!
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Designated Sweet Spot
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Having a lucky seat or a designated sweet spot to park yourself during every football game is a ritual many fans swear by. According to one person, during game days, they make a point to occupy the exact same barstool. They mentioned, “Everyone has assigned seats at the bar.”
Goodbye Hygiene
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Some hardcore football fans throw hygiene to the wind. A Reddit user opened up about their peculiar belief. If they don’t shower right before the game, they’re convinced the Eagles will end up on the losing side. They added, “Sometimes if we had a crappy first half, I’ll take another shower, for a fresh start.”
Habitual Counting
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Luck can take some interesting forms, like the practice of counting things a specific number of times. A person mentioned that on game days, they apply three strokes of deodorant per armpit in support of Russell Wilson. Some people are all about the idea that stuff tends to go down in threes.
