If you ask people what Boston is most famous for many would answer “The Boston Tea Party, clam chowder, Irish traditions, Boston cream pie AND the Red Sox”.
As one of the most popular sports in America, I just had to see a game at Fenway Park! Even though I am not an expert regarding the rules and the details of the game (at least I know the basics) everyone I talked to about baseball told me that it is more than just watching the game. So I decided to figure out what that could mean and joined the MET College event on April 26, 2013 and went to the Red Sox vs. Houston Astros game.
We had a nice buffet on the terrace with traditional game day snacks– Hot dogs, chicken wings, and potato salad. A good meal makes everyone happy and so we were ready to enjoy the game and to root for our team – the Boston Red Sox! Like you can see in the picture we had an impressive view over the whole stadium and of course the field.
The atmosphere was just stunning because everyone (about 37.000 people) seemed to be excited, enjoying the game and having a good time. Even though it was a little windy it happened to be a nice spring evening and the perfect time to be with your friends.
As one of the most popular sports in America, I just had to see a game at Fenway Park! Even though I am not an expert regarding the rules and the details of the game (at least I know the basics) everyone I talked to about baseball told me that it is more than just watching the game. So I decided to figure out what that could mean and joined the MET College event on April 26, 2013 and went to the Red Sox vs. Houston Astros game.
We had a nice buffet on the terrace with traditional game day snacks– Hot dogs, chicken wings, and potato salad. A good meal makes everyone happy and so we were ready to enjoy the game and to root for our team – the Boston Red Sox! Like you can see in the picture we had an impressive view over the whole stadium and of course the field.
The atmosphere was just stunning because everyone (about 37.000 people) seemed to be excited, enjoying the game and having a good time. Even though it was a little windy it happened to be a nice spring evening and the perfect time to be with your friends.
The Red Sox directly transformed this positive energy into a fast lead of 5:1 after the 4th inning and appeared to be superior from the beginning.
Throughout the game, there was always time to chat with friends, get drinks, and explore the merchandise stores in between innings. During the break between the 3rd and the 4th inning we had a moment of quiet and solemnity because the crowd honored first responders from the marathon bombing the week before. The medics and police officers received respect, applause, and a standing ovation from everybody in the stadium, which brought up an intense and patriotic atmosphere and the feeling that Boston is going to recuperate from this shocking event even stronger (#BostonStrong)!
When the game went on, no one had a doubt that we could lose. So the atmosphere switched into a big party and was supported by their famous stadium song “Sweet Caroline” which is traditionally played in the middle of the 8th inning. Everyone knew the chorus of course (Sweet Caroline is played at Fenway Park since 1972) and started to sing. 37.000 people singing together and having a good time made me realize what people meant when they said “it is more than just the game” – it is the peaceful and happy atmosphere that makes you enjoy not only the game but life!
Throughout the game, there was always time to chat with friends, get drinks, and explore the merchandise stores in between innings. During the break between the 3rd and the 4th inning we had a moment of quiet and solemnity because the crowd honored first responders from the marathon bombing the week before. The medics and police officers received respect, applause, and a standing ovation from everybody in the stadium, which brought up an intense and patriotic atmosphere and the feeling that Boston is going to recuperate from this shocking event even stronger (#BostonStrong)!
When the game went on, no one had a doubt that we could lose. So the atmosphere switched into a big party and was supported by their famous stadium song “Sweet Caroline” which is traditionally played in the middle of the 8th inning. Everyone knew the chorus of course (Sweet Caroline is played at Fenway Park since 1972) and started to sing. 37.000 people singing together and having a good time made me realize what people meant when they said “it is more than just the game” – it is the peaceful and happy atmosphere that makes you enjoy not only the game but life!
The Red Sox won 7:3 !
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