You have to negotiate a relationship with a football player because of their practices, games and schoolwork.It can be a big commitment for an athlete to be in a relationship, so keep in mind that your guy might be feeling conflicted about his commitment to you and the game.Support him the whole way if you care about what he cares about.
Step 1: Go and watch his games.
Put his game schedule into your personal calendar.Don't worry if you miss a few games, plan to attend all of them.You can skip the games that are far away.Conferences and playoffs are important.If you can't make it, let him know.It will be bad for him if you don't show up.Don't talk to him for too long if you show up early.He needs to get focused for the game, but he will appreciate the support.
Step 2: While you are there, watch the game.
It's important to show up, but you need to be present as well.Do your best to watch the whole game even if you start to get bored.He won't feel supported if he sees you staring at your phone or talking the whole timeIf you know his family, sit with them so you don't get distracted.Keeping your phone away from you keeps you focused.If you can't stay interested, listen to the radio.The main points of action are described.One way to stay interested is to pay attention to specific things, like how long the quarterback holds the ball, who makes the most tackles, or how much each play lasts.
Step 3: He should be cheered on at the games.
He should start wearing a jersey with his number on it.If you can't get a spare jersey, paint his number on a shirt that's the team colors.Hold up a big sign with his name on it while he is on the field.At the games, cheer for his name and number.If you can borrow an old jersey with his number on it, ask the equipment managers.You should be able to get one of the old jerseys that the players don't wear anymore.It is best to avoid yelling things like "Way to go, honey" as this will make him look bad."Knock 'em down, 88!""Let's go!"
Step 4: Accept his practice schedule if you learn it.
Rather than being upset that he is busy, plan things around his busy schedule.He will be practicing for a few hours every day, so make sure you don't plan anything important during those times.He can use his practice time to get things done for himself.If you feel like you're not getting enough time with your boyfriend, ask him if you can watch his practice sessions.You will not be able to talk to him, but you will see him.It will help you learn the game better.High school and college football seasons are only four months long, so you will see him more after that.Pro teams play for a longer period of time.
Step 5: Get to know the other players.
You can learn the names and positions of the guys he plays with, such as offense or defense.If you can, take the chance to meet the other players.It is important for you to know these friends.Get to know his coaches.He may stay connected to them after he is done playing because they have a lot of influence on him.People hang out together before and after games.If you can join them, ask your player.You can show your support by listening to the players talk.Encourage your player and their teammates to keep winning.You should show your support for the team.
Step 6: You should respect his passion for the sport even if you don't understand it.
Football is important to your boyfriend.It is important that you do not make him feel bad for playing the game.Show him respect no matter what because he is important to you.Athletes don't like to hear their sport is disrespected.It will make him angry if you talk badly about football.
Step 7: There is a difference between offense and defense.
The team that has the ball is trying to score.The defense is trying to stop the offense from scoring.Ask your boyfriend which side of the ball he plays on so you can watch him.Both teams have linemen who block or try to stop the ball from moving.The offense has a quarterback who handles the ball the most and running backs and receivers who try to move it forward.Linebackers watch where the ball is moving and try to stop the player with it.
Step 8: The scoring system is important.
The goal is to get the most points.This can be accomplished by crossing the goal line or kicking a field goal.A touchdown is worth six points and is the main goal.A field goal is a backup score and is worth three points.The offense can kick the ball through the goalposts after a touchdown.They can either run or pass to cross the goal line for two points.The defense can only score if they push the offense back to their goal line.The safety earns the defense two points.
Step 9: The four downs are a concept.
Learn how the offense moves down the field when you understand what it takes to score.The offense has four downs to score or cover at least ten yards.When the offense is on their fourth down, remember the importance of getting a first down.The offense needs to move at least ten yards to get a first down.The referees hold a mark off the poles so that the pole ahead of the team is the one they have to pass.If a team is on their fourth down, they either have to get past the first down marker or give the ball to the other team.The other team starts from the goal line if the offense doesn't think they can get past the marker on their fourth down.
Step 10: Take a look at some of the most common penalties.
When one team breaks the rules, there is a penalty.The referee should throw a yellow flag.Check out a list of the most common penalties and what they mean so you know when the referee calls them.The starting line must be moved back if the offense commits a penalty.The offense gets to move the starting line if the defense commits a penalty.There are many penalties to learn about if you want to really get into the game.To keep it simple, remember that one team gains or loses yards.
Step 11: When you have conflicting schedules, be flexible.
You have to work on being okay with the fact that you won't always have the same schedule as your football player.You can call or text when you can't see each other.Try not to fight about schedule conflicts.When you are both free, try to decide on one or two times a week when you can spend quality time together.Don't allow anything else to get in the way of those times.When you are both free, look for gaps in your schedules when you have something that takes up a lot of your time.Work around your player's schedule as much as you can if you don't have much going on.
Step 12: Make the most of your time together.
It is important for your player to have alone time with them.You want time with them that is not about football, so tell them you are glad they play football.You both enjoy doing things together.Sometimes you don't talk about the sport, but you should.Don't tell them how you miss them when they're busy with the sport.You have a lot of time to spend with each other.
Step 13: There are positive ways to spend time when you aren't together.
You won't see each other often.You don't always have time to do things that build you up emotionally.Rather than being sad that you aren't together, fill your time with good things.When you can't spend with your player, it's a great time to do something else.Practice your guitar if they don't like music.Go to a state park if they are too tired to hike.Finding fulfillment for yourself outside of your relationship is what this is all about.It is great that you have them, but it is important to be happy by yourself.