Let’s get one thing straight: the pregame isn’t just about drinking. It’s about setting the tone. It's where your squad syncs up, the energy builds, and the trash talk begins. Think of it as the tunnel before the game — if you botch the pregame, the whole vibe’s off before kickoff.
The mistake? Going too hard too early, or worse — making it boring.
A good pregame has rhythm. It gets people hyped without sending them to the ER before the first quarter. It’s about the sweet spot between “I’m feeling good” and “why is the floor spinning?”
Whether you're heading to a tailgate, a bar, or just crashing the couch with wings and a flatscreen, this is where the momentum begins. Done right, the pregame is half the victory.
Drink Smart or Get Benched
Let’s not pretend: drinks will be involved. But the difference between a legendary pregame and a cautionary tale is pacing.
Rule #1: Start light.
This isn’t a sprint — it’s a warm-up. Slamming whiskey at 3 PM is how you end up passed out on your buddy’s laundry pile before kickoff. Beers, seltzers, maybe a light cocktail — that’s your zone.
Game-based drinking > reckless chugging
Flip cup, beer pong, rage cage — solid choices. Why? They're social, they're fun, and they slow things down just enough to keep people from crashing too early.
Avoid "that guy" behavior
The one who shows up with a bottle of tequila and a personal death wish? Don’t be him. No one likes resuscitating their linebacker before the first down.
Quick tip: Two drinks in the first hour. One per hour after that. You’ll thank yourself when you actually remember the game.
Build the Perfect Pregame Playlist
If drinks are the fuel, music is the ignition. No playlist? No party. And no — you can’t just throw on "whatever" and expect hype.
Start strong, then escalate
Open with a few recognizable bangers — something that gets heads nodding without blowing the roof off immediately. Think early Drake, Travis Scott, or Return of the Mack if you’ve got a sense of humor.
Then build. Once the drinks start flowing, drop heat:
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Future
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Yeat
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Playboi Carti
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Maybe one ironic throwback (Backstreet’s Back hits different after three beers — don’t lie).
No skips, no sad songs
This is not the time for lo-fi vibes or your friend’s "emotional growth" playlist. If it doesn’t slap in 5 seconds, it’s out.
Pro tip: Assign one DJ only
One aux. One phone. Democracy doesn’t work here.
Dress Like You Came to Win
It’s not fashion week — but it’s also not laundry day. The pregame fit sets the tone. You’re not just pregaming a game; you’re pregaming an identity.
Rock the team gear
Jersey? Always solid. Throwback hoodie? Bonus points. That one stained college tee you’ve declared “lucky”? Acceptable—if it’s ironic. Show team loyalty, not hygiene negligence.
Add some personality
Bandanas, eye black, jorts, absurd hats — yes. Pregame style is 40% team spirit, 60% chaos. If someone shows up in a full mascot suit, they’re either a legend or deeply unwell. Possibly both. Respect either way.
What to avoid
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Slides and socks (unless you're staying home all day).
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Anything you’re afraid to spill on.
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Trying too hard (looking at you, blazer-over-tank-top guy).
Bottom line: Look like someone who wins — in games and beer pong.
Bet Smart or Regret Everything
There’s always that one guy who wants to put $50 on a coin toss and ends up Venmo-requesting the entire group chat by halftime. Don’t be him.
Friendly wagers = good energy
Bet a round of drinks. Bet who’ll score first. Bet who spills their White Claw before kickoff. Keep it fun and within reason.
But hey — if you’re feeling extra confident and want to go beyond trash talk and beer bets?
Do it properly — through a legit platform like Melbet. That way, there’s no IOUs scribbled on napkins or post-game drama because Chad “forgot his wallet.”
Golden rule: No betting what you can’t afford to laugh off
You want to win, not ruin friendships or owe someone $200 and a Taco Bell run.
Finish Strong — Don’t Flame Out Before Kickoff
This isn’t the Super Bowl of pregaming. The whole point is to get hyped, not get hospitalized.
Know your timing
Start too early, and you’ll be fighting to stay conscious by halftime. Start too late, and you’re just sipping beer while everyone else is 3 shots deep. Aim to peak right before kickoff — not during the national anthem.
Save some gas for the game
No one cares that you crushed six games of flip cup if you sleep through the second quarter. Pregame is the appetizer. Don’t get full before the main course.
Final checklist:
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You’re buzzed, not blurry.
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You remember who’s playing.
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You still have your phone, wallet, and dignity (2 out of 3 is a win).
Walk in confident. Hydrated. Slightly dangerous.
Let the others peak early — you’re just getting started.
