Football Squares is one of the most popular Super Bowl party games and is a great way to make your next football party even more enjoyable.It is very easy to set up.A group of people are asked to pay a certain amount of money to enter the game.If you assign teams and score numbers to a 10x10 grid, have players bet on 1 square on the grid.The numbers match the scores for each quarter.
Step 1: A grid can be drawn on a large poster board.
You want your players initials and numbers to be recorded in each square.The grid should have 100 squares.This isn't a hard rule and you should have 100 players.As you draw, use a ruler to keep your lines straight.
Step 2: If you don't want to draw the grid, use a word processing program to create it.
It's as easy to make a grid digitally as it is to open a word processor.The table tool can be used to create a grid.The table can be printed on regular printer paper.
Step 3: Save time by printing out a readymade grid from the internet.
It is okay if you don't want to make your own grid.Football Squares is popular and you can find premade game grids online.You can try it at www.superbowlsquares.org.
Step 4: The row and column should be labeled with a number.
Write 0 above the first square on the top row.If you want to get to the last square, you have to write a new number above each square.Go back to the left side of the grid.The final digit of the score is represented by a number from the top and side rows.The potential score outcome for the game is represented by every square on the board.One team gets 14 points and the other gets 25.The player with a 4 on the first half of their square and a 5 in the bottom half wins the quarter.
Step 5: One football team is on top and the other on the side.
At the top of the board, write the name of one team.Their scores will be represented by the numbers there.The other team's name should be written on the side of the board.The other numbers written on that side will reflect their scores.You can make your game board look more fun by printing out each team's logo and putting it on the side of the board.
Step 6: Ask your family and friends if they will be watching the next game.
Before you give out squares to your players, you need to know who will be watching the game.Inform anyone who seems interested on how you'll be running if they say yes to the question, "Are you watching the Superbowl this weekend?"
Step 7: A $1 fee is needed to choose a square from the board.
If you want, you can charge a higher fee.Fees ranging from $5 to $10 are common for each square.Everyone will be able to participate if a $1 fee is charged for each square.Your winners will be rewarded with a decent prize.
Step 8: As many people as you can give your squares to.
Don't worry, you can find 100 different people to play the game.The ideal situation is 100 players, but you can still play with less people.Ask your players if they would like to purchase more than one square.Try to give the same amount of squares to everyone.You can get in on the fun by buying a few squares for yourself.
Step 9: Inside a square of their choice, write the initials of each player.
Each player can pick a square.This allows them to bet on the outcome of the game.Continue until every square is claimed.If you want players to write their initials on the board, you can either ask them which square they want or let them do it.
Step 10: You can draw numbers from a hat for more randomization.
After you print your grid, cut it into squares and put them in a hat or box.Before drawing a number for a player, shake the numbers around.Each number should be drawn for one player at a time.The method takes away your players ability to bet on specific scores, but it adds a randomized element that makes the game even more exciting.
Step 11: The players should watch the football game.
It is best to play Football Squares as part of a football party.All of your players should be invited to the party at your home.You can contact them via text or phone if they win the game.
Step 12: The winner of each quarter can be calculated by using your grid numbers.
The last digits of each team's final score are represented by the numbers written into each square.The Green Bay Packers and the Texas Longhorns are written on the side of the board.The Longhorns score 15 in the first quarter, while the Packers score 10.The winner of that quarter would have a zero on the top half of their square.The Longhorns would have a 5 on the bottom half of their square.To determine a winner, look at the last digits of the scores.
Step 13: The winner will be assigned at the end of the quarter.
Pick a winner whose numbers match up with the outcome by looking at the last number for each score.Give them their money or another prize of your choice.Continue until the end of the game.
Step 14: Determine the percentage of the cash prize each winner will get.
There are many options for prize distribution.25% of the cash prize is given to the winners of each quarter.10% of the money is given to the winners for the first 3 quarters.The winner of the last quarter gets 70%.The first quarter winner gets 10% of the money.The winners of the second and third quarters will get 20%.Half of the cash prize is given to whoever wins the final quarter.15% of the prize is given to the first 3 winners.The winner gets 45%.The first winner will get 10%, the second 20%, third 30%, and the last 40%.