What Would Be Your Perfect Game Time?

[UNTLifer]

Just curious what everyone's preference is for the perfect time.

[THOR]

6 pm.  the tailgate means more to me than the game

[Hunter Green]

1 minute ago, UNTLifer said:

Just curious what everyone's preference is for the perfect time.

It depends on the time of year. During the first few weeks, the later start times are perfect. 7:00ish.  As the temperatures cool, I like the early afternoon start times, 1:00 or there abouts. That's a difficult time for parents who have chillens who play sports on Saturdays, so maybe early evening times are better overall. Plus, it allows for a full day of tailgating.

[RBP79]

I'm coming whatever time but "if" the world evolved around me....1800hrs (6:00pm).

[UNTLifer]

I'm with you, @Hunter Green.  Early when it is hot, 7pm works.  As Fall weather settles in, I prefer 3pm.

On the flipside, every once in a while the 11am start is fun.  I can't believe people complain about watching NT play.  I drive 5 hours for the games.  Plan ahead, be flexible with game day and have a good time.

Edited October 4, 2023 by UNTLifer

[TIgreen01]

19 minutes ago, UNTLifer said:

Just curious what everyone's preference is for the perfect time.

Flip TV the bird and pick the perfect time?!  I love it!

It is fairly obvious that games in September should NEVER start before 6 or 7pm.  Once we get into October a 2:30pm is the absolute perfect time.  No other answer should even be given thought.

2:30pm is late enough to get a good solid tailgate in, and early enough to either continue the tailgate after or head out to dinner somewhere in town.  Denton has really improved since my student days and I love the options near downtown.  Also, the more business we can send their way the more they will, in turn, support UNT. 

Edited October 4, 2023 by TIgreen01

[Green Otaku]

14 minutes ago, THOR said:

6 pm.  the tailgate means more to me than the game

 

As someone who couldn't care less about tailgating, I've always wondered why people thought this way. What's the reason? 

[TIgreen01]

1 minute ago, Green Otaku said:

 

As someone who couldn't care less about tailgating, I've always wondered why people thought this way. What's the reason? 

We lose a lot of football games.  I've never lost a tailgate.  It's always fun.  Plus it's easy to pull my UNT friends in for a tailgate, but harder to get them into games.  So it's just a good opportunity to connect with friends and make new ones...

[Green Otaku]

3 minutes ago, TIgreen01 said:

We lose a lot of football games.  I've never lost a tailgate.  It's always fun.  Plus it's easy to pull my UNT friends in for a tailgate, but harder to get them into games.  So it's just a good opportunity to connect with friends and make new ones...

But to care more about that then the game? That's the part that always stumped me. 

[MCMLXXX]

For those with Children or Grandchildren involved in activities that occur on Saturday the 6:00 PM time works best.

[Uncle]

I come from north Houston so 3pm is perfect for me to make a day trip.

[greenminer]

1 hour ago, Green Otaku said:

But to care more about that then the game? That's the part that always stumped me. 

I imagine it'd be different if we won games regularly.

[THOR]

2 hours ago, Green Otaku said:

 

As someone who couldn't care less about tailgating, I've always wondered why people thought this way. What's the reason? 

i only see my tailgating crew during the year at tailgates.  i like sitting around outside and shooting the shit, doing absolutely nothing.  i like talking about random things going on in their lives and the stupidity of others.  nothing i have to do or have to see.  just a chill hangout

[UNTcrazy727]

Weeks 1-6: 6 PM

Weeks 7-12: 2:30 PM

 

[kj86]

7 or 7:30p for all games.  Game + tailgate doesn't take your entire day and the game doesn't end too late.

[GMG_Dallas]

21 minutes ago, kj86 said:

7 or 7:30p for all games.  Game + tailgate doesn't take your entire day and the game doesn't end too late.

Maybe an end time of 10-11pm isn't too late if you live in Denton but for those drive several hours or even just through Dallas, that's an undesirable time to be driving on a Saturday night. Regardless, people will show up if they really want to.

[meaniegreenie]

2 hours ago, THOR said:

i only see my tailgating crew during the year at tailgates.  i like sitting around outside and shooting the shit, doing absolutely nothing.  i like talking about random things going on in their lives and the stupidity of others.  nothing i have to do or have to see.  just a chill hangout

How many times have you done that during bye week?

[Matt from A700]

ANY time!

[Hunter Green]

5 hours ago, TIgreen01 said:

We lose a lot of football games.  I've never lost a tailgate.  It's always fun.  Plus it's easy to pull my UNT friends in for a tailgate, but harder to get them into games.  So it's just a good opportunity to connect with friends and make new ones...

Then shut down the tailgate and get your butts into the game!

[Hunter Green]

5 hours ago, UNTLifer said:

I'm with you, @Hunter Green.  Early when it is hot, 7pm works.  As Fall weather settles in, I prefer 3pm.

On the flipside, every once in a while the 11am start is fun.  I can't believe people complain about watching NT play.  I drive 5 hours for the games.  Plan ahead, be flexible with game day and have a good time.

You're a great fan, Lifer. We need 20,000 more just like you.

[Udomann]

As someone who rarely can attend games, I like earlier because I'm excited to get it going and eveningis family time. But totally understand that morning drinking isn't ideal for most for tailgating. 

[UNTLifer]

6 hours ago, Green Otaku said:

 

As someone who couldn't care less about tailgating, I've always wondered why people thought this way. What's the reason? 

Right there with you.

[Green Otaku]

5 hours ago, THOR said:

i only see my tailgating crew during the year at tailgates.  i like sitting around outside and shooting the shit, doing absolutely nothing.  i like talking about random things going on in their lives and the stupidity of others.  nothing i have to do or have to see.  just a chill hangout

But for it to be more important than the game? At that point why not just have a get together at your place and avoid the hassle of getting to the game? 

[THOR]

36 minutes ago, Green Otaku said:

But for it to be more important than the game? At that point why not just have a get together at your place and avoid the hassle of getting to the game? 

it isnt a hassle.  tailgating is an event you plan for, plus the crew loves the games.  games arent important to me.  also, i dont want people at my place...i dont like them that much, thus i only see them 6-7 times a year

 

football is the window for a university in many ways.  i was in the green brigade for 3 years in college, havent missed a home game since 06, but the game is just a game.  tailgating is about the friendships and memories in life.  the game gets people pissy/upset/complaining....i dont care for that.  i like the happiness of tailgating.

Edited October 5, 2023 by THOR

[Green Otaku]

12 minutes ago, THOR said:

it isnt a hassle.  tailgating is an event you plan for, plus the crew loves the games.  games arent important to me.  also, i dont want people at my place...i dont like them that much, thus i only see them 6-7 times a year

 

football is the window for a university in many ways.  i was in the green brigade for 3 years in college, havent missed a home game since 06, but the game is just a game.  tailgating is about the friendships and memories in life.  the game gets people pissy/upset/complaining....i dont care for that.  i like the happiness of tailgating.

I guess for me I wouldn't attend or spend my time on anything I didn't care about. I'd find another thing to do if I just wanted to have a good time; a brewery, a cookout, bowling, festivals, etc. 

But I do appreciate your insight as to how others view things.