It’s FOOTBALL season. Joy be…. Not… I walk downstairs to go to the kitchen and its on in the front room because Gerald is watching it. I walk through the living room and main cave into the kitchen and Lordy Lordy David’ has it on his phone.
Then it’s over and David wants to discuss the game. Do you honestly think I care about #Football? If so I hate to disappoint you but that isn’t going to happen. I’ve decided to change my mind and since Football is something David is interested in I’m going to try and become more involved in watching football and playing it with David and Charlie.
Like more people when I think about football season, I often picture families gathered around the television, cheering for their favorite teams, and enjoying traditional game-day foods. But what if we did something a little different this weekend?
What if, instead of spending the entire afternoon watching other people play football, we found a way to get outside and enjoy a little football fun ourselves? As you know I live in a Townhome so we don’t have a yard of our own but I wanted to remind you we don’t need a big backyard, an expensive trip to a football field, or a collection of fancy sports equipment. You just need a football, a little creativity, and a safe place to play.
Living in a Townhome like I do, you know that having a big backyard isn’t always an option! I wanted to remind you we don’t need a backyard to play football we just need a football. Living in a Townhome means we have to get a little creative when it comes to finding places to enjoy outdoor activities. We have a parking lot, but that doesn’t mean it’s automatically a good place to play. Cars are coming and going, and safety has to come first.
If you want to organize a family football activity, look for a safe, open area where playing is permitted. That might be a nearby public park, an open grassy area designated for recreation, or a community space where you have permission to play.
If you have a small parking lot available, make sure it is completely closed to vehicle traffic, with permission from the property manager, before considering it for play. Never play among parked cars or where drivers may not expect people to be running around.
You don’t need a regulation football field. A small, open space can be enough for a simple passing game or a few friendly challenges. The invite your friends and family to come and join you in a Football Passing Challenge. You don’t have to organize a full game to enjoy football with family and friends. Sometimes a simple passing challenge is all you need.
Find a safe space away from traffic, windows, pedestrians, and other hazards. Have one person toss the football to another and see how many successful catches you can make in a row. Move a little farther apart as everyone’s confidence grows, provided there’s enough room to do so safely.
You could also set up a gentle throwing challenge using an existing, safe target. Take turns and see who can make the most accurate throws. Keep the activity friendly and remember that the goal isn’t to see who is the best football player. It’s about spending time together, getting some fresh air, and laughing along the way.
If you have a few family members or friends who want to participate, divide into small teams and invent your own challenges. You could have a passing competition, a catching challenge, or a contest to see who can come up with the funniest football team name.
Everybody can take part in a way that works for them. Some people might enjoy throwing and catching, while others would rather keep score, take pictures, or cheer everyone on. You can even make up silly awards for the most enthusiastic player, the funniest team name, or the best sportsmanship. And if you don’t have enough people for teams, don’t worry. Two people can have just as much fun tossing a football back and forth.
One of the best things about this idea is that you don’t have to spend money to participate. Use a football you already own or borrow one from a family member or friend. Choose a free public recreation space where football is allowed, and plan your activity around the time you have available.
You don’t need matching shirts, special equipment, or a big spread of football food. If you want to make an afternoon of it, you can bring water from home and enjoy the fall weather after your game. Always check the rules for your chosen location, stay clear of vehicles and other people using the space, and remember that even a casual game needs room to play safely.
Football season gives us a reason to get together, but we don’t have to spend every weekend sitting in front of a television to enjoy it. Sometimes it’s nice to step outside, get a little fresh air, laugh with family and friends, and make memories that have nothing to do with the final score.
Whether you live in an apartment, a house without a big yard, or somewhere with plenty of outdoor space, you can find a way to enjoy a little football fun. The important thing is finding a place where everyone can participate safely without spending money they don’t need to spend.
This fall, why not put down the remote for a little while, find a safe place to toss a football, and invite somebody to join you? You might discover that you don’t need a big backyard or a professional football field to have a good time. Sometimes, all you need is a football, a little space, and people you enjoy being around.
Football, Family & Fall
You don’t need a big backyard, expensive equipment, or a television to enjoy football season! Grab a football you already have, find a safe place to play, and make some fall memories together.
🏈 Choose Your Challenge!
🏆 Keep Score Just for Fun
Give a point for each successful challenge, great catch, or moment of teamwork. Make up your own rules!
| Player or Team | Challenge 1 | Challenge 2 | Challenge 3 | Total |
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🍂 Our Favorite Part of Today
The funniest thing that happened:
Something we want to do together again:
Grateful, Thankful, and Blessed.
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Thank you,
Glenda, Charlie and David Cates
