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  Starkville & Oxford/House Convoluted/Lazy Tailgating

11/23/2014

 
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You’ve heard of house divided, but we’re a bit convoluted.

I come from a family of Mississippi State grads, as does my husband. But …

I started out at MSU in Starkville, then transferred to Ole Miss after my sophomore year when my favorite MSU roommate decided to move and finish school in Oxford.

My husband received his engineering degree at MSU, but ended up receiving his masters from Ole Miss.

My daughter followed in my footsteps by attending State a year, then transferring to Ole Miss.

My son has rung a cowbell since he could wrap his fingers around one, but is undecided about where he’ll attend next year. Considering both schools.

So, we cheer for both Mississippi teams—until we get to the game between the two—the Egg Bowl. And I’m not an expert, but I can’t imagine better tailgating anywhere.

On both campuses, many fans hire companies to set up their tent, generators, and large screen TVs. A wagon is suggested for hauling food and coolers, as well as chandeliers, flower arrangements, or statues of the mascot, if you’re so inclined.

Starkville is a nice small town with fun areas like the Cotton District and Main Street. The campus is large with plenty of grassy areas to set up. The Junction is the main area for the tents. They have the Dawg Walk there for the players to walk through. The area is attractive wrapped in Maroon and White. If you have sensitive ears, bring earplugs for the game, though. The cowbells can get loud. Oh, and don’t forget to buy some cheese from the Ag department, check out the Chapel of Memories, and maybe go to the Barnes and Noble on campus.

The three manuscripts I’ve written so far are set in Oxford. The Square is in the center of the quaint town, and visitors should check out the shops and restaurants there, and especially my favorite place, Square Books. It’s a very cool book store. Game day, everyone wants to be either in The Grove or The Circle. The area is smaller, so the challenge for a spot between the large red and blue trash cans is quite competitive. The magnificent oaks and magnolias provide plenty of shade and a nice atmosphere for the red and blue canopies. The team enters under the arc near the Union for the Walk of Champions.

One side note. Both teams provide nice portable restrooms, called Hottie-Totty Potties or Junction Johns/Janes. They’re pretty fancy for portables.

My husband and I attend only two or three games a year, and generally depend on the hospitality of those who have their system in place. We’re admitted lazy tailgaters.

Beyond the sports and the school support, I find that tailgating is more about food, friends, and fellowship.

What’s your tailgate experience?

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Jackie Layton link
11/25/2014 08:18:42 am

I'm the only UGA grad in my family. Everybody else graduated from UK. I loved Georgia, and my sons grew up cheering for the Georgia Dawgs. That's pronounced JawJaw Dawgs.

During football season I'll cheer for the Cats as long as they aren't playing against Georgia. My hubby will cheer for the Dawgs when they aren't playing UK, but Tim will even agree there's nothing like attending a football game in Athens. We usually tailgate with family, and they understand I'm going to get to the game early and watch all the plays because I only get to attend one game a year now that I live in Kentucky. Go Dawgs!

Janet Ferguson link
11/25/2014 10:52:39 am

I attended a ballgame in Athens years ago. The town was great! Maybe someday I can try again!


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