Are you hosting a Husker game in your basement because you can’t make it to Memorial Stadium on Saturday?
Then your plan b, and quite honestly we think it’s a better option, is hosting a Husker game in your finished basement! Of course, nothing can replace the feeling that overtakes you when the “tunnel walk” song by The Alan Parsons Project begins to play and the sold-out stadium goes wild as our beloved #GBR takes the field. And the magical moment of the balloon release upon the first Husker touchdown is unmatched.
But sometimes the comforts of your own home can be a bit more appealing, especially when the weather conditions are questionable! It’s hard to compete with temperature control, uncrowded facilities, leg room, and ease of access to your favorite game day drinks and dishes.
When it comes to all the ways you can be the host with the most, the possibilities are endless for you to showcase your personality and fandom for your beloved guests. From subtle decorations to an all-out team theme, there are no rules for hosting a Husker game in your finished basement.
But when it comes to game day gatherings, there are three key crucial components to hosting a Husker game in your finished basement.
FAN FARE
At the heart and soul of every good and proper party is food. Well, and great company, but that’s a given! When you finish your basement with Hawthorne, you’ll be able to have an enormous, delicious spread with plenty of room to spare in your basement kitchen built for entertaining. From a bountiful assortment of veggies with divine homemade dips and tasty trays filled with deviled eggs, jalapeno poppers, pinwheels, and bruschetta made straight from the garden; there should be no shortage of yummy bites!
D-1 DRINKS
Coming in hot with the hand-off is something cold to wet your whistle and cleanse your palette in between indulging in your favorite dishes. Because we’re talking about Husker fans here, it’s probably safe to suggest a domestic beer or two, usually with Busch Light or Bud Lite being the most popular choices. But you’ll want to be considerate of the non-beer drinkers and non-drinkers, in general.
For those who prefer to steer clear of the carbonated and filling choices like beers and seltzers, we recommend a light cocktail such as your preferred vodka or gin mixed with soda water, a splash of sprite or cranberry juice, and topped with a lime wedge. And for those who need and/or want non-alcohol options, there is a great line of alcohol-removed wine called Fre. You could also serve mocktails or a N/A beer. And we can’t forget the Capri Sun pouches and soda pops for the kiddos!
VIP VIEWING
From the size and clarity of your tv and the proximity and line of sight to it, creating a comfortable viewing space for your guests and fans is important when hosting a Husker game in your finished basement! Aside from the food and drinks, one of the biggest appeals to watching the game and rooting on your team from your finished basement is that you don’t have to fight everyone else for a great view of the action. If you are expecting a large crowd for game day, supplement your seating with additional chairs, bar stools, and side tables for their plates and cups.
We hope this article helps you plan and prepare for the next time you are hosting a Husker game in your finished basement!
