A LITTLE MAN’S TAKE ON A BIG SPORTS WORLD
Tailgating: America’s
True Fall Festival
By Jim Biery
T
ake a deep breath. A really
long deep breath. What do you
smell? Maybe bratwurst? How
about hamburgers and hot
dogs? Maybe even lobster and shrimp. Has
anyone ever had couscous at a tailgate? Thank
goodness football season is here, and one of
the best parts about this time of year is the
tradition of tailgating.
already gained support and confidence with the
intensity and enthusiasm he brings to the team.” Brohm played for UofL when they began changing
the culture of the program into a winning program.
He firmly believes change is on the way. Before,
fans would go into the stadium then leave at
halftime. Now Salsbery sees a vision of people
tailgating before the game, watching the entire
game, and then tailgating more to celebrate a
victory. Former UofL students and longtime tailgating
buddies J.P. DeLaney and Justin O’Brien said
their tailgating habits have changed through
the years. J.P. pointed out “that for me, going
to a fraternity and partying with your buddies
to now when you’re actually bringing out your
kids, enjoying tailgating.”
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