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March Madness Mugs and Hoops

As the excitement of March Madness sweeps across the nation, fans of men’s NCAA basketball are gearing up for thrilling games, buzzer-beaters, and Cinderella stories. But why not take your game-watching experience to the next level with a spirited drinking game? Designed especially for college basketball enthusiasts, this game combines the thrill of the tournament with some light-hearted fun. So grab your favorite drinks, your best friends, and prepare to cheer, sip, and score!

Game Setup

Materials Needed:

  • A television or streaming device to watch the games
  • Beverages of your choice (alcoholic or non-alcoholic)
  • Game score sheets or a whiteboard
  • A coin for flipping
  • Optional: Team jerseys or fan gear for added spirit

How to Play

Basic Rules:

  1. Coin Toss: Before the game starts, flip a coin to decide which team each participant will support. Heads for the higher-seeded team, tails for the lower-seeded team.

  2. Tip-Off Toast: As the game begins with the tip-off, everyone raises their glass and takes a ceremonial sip to kick off the festivities.

  3. Scoring Sips:
    • Two-point Field Goal: Take a small sip.
    • Three-point Shot: Take a larger sip.
    • Free Throw: Take a sip if it’s made; otherwise, cheer for the attempt!
  4. Fouls and Freebies:
    • Personal Foul: If your team commits a foul, take a sip.
    • Technical Foul: Everyone takes a sip, regardless of their team.

  5. Turnover Trouble: Each time your team turns the ball over, take a sip and shout “Defense!”

  6. Half-Time Halftime: During halftime, participants can either discuss game strategies or take a short break to refresh their beverages.

  7. Final Five: As the last five minutes approach, anticipation builds. Each made basket results in double sips to match the intensity of the game.

  8. Buzzer Beater: If a game-winning shot is made at the buzzer, everyone finishes their drink in celebration or consolation.

Optional Bonus:

  • Upset Alert: If the lower-seeded team wins, everyone supporting the higher-seeded team takes a victory sip in honor of the underdog.

Safety and Fun First

Remember, the goal is to enjoy the game and the camaraderie, so drink responsibly and know your limits. You can always substitute alcoholic drinks with non-alcoholic options to ensure everyone can participate and have fun. Be sure to have plenty of snacks and water available to keep everyone hydrated and happy.

For more drinking game ideas and tips, check out Drinking Dojo. Here’s to an unforgettable March Madness filled with hoops, laughter, and maybe a few extra sips!