This is the weekend you’ve all been waiting for since you moved in. This is the weekend where you get to see your friends and family. This is the weekend that you get to dress in your school colors and support the football team. This is the weekend you get to push aside all your homework until the very last minute because you’re just too busy having fun, and that is okay.

Homecoming weekend is where you get the chance to see your school come together as one and cheer on the football team during their big game. The fans, parents, students, coaches, and teammates are all cheering and chanting and it is honestly the best experience. Some of you have been waiting for this day since your senior year in high school. The idea of college is so exciting, but don’t wish your time away. Enjoy every moment and opportunity that comes your way. You’ll get there when you get there.

It’s game day and you’re in your dorm room getting ready with your friends. Decked out in your school colors, school apparel, and probably carrying around some Dunkin Donuts iced coffee or hot chocolate. Streets are filled with students and cars walking to the field. Seeing everyone come together for an event is so cool watching it all come together. Bleachers are filled with students, kids, parents, siblings, grandparents…everyone is here to support the school and the team.

The crowd goes wild when your team gets a touchdown. The crowd stands up and cheers when the quarterback on the opposing team throws an interception and your team takes it for a pick 6…that is one of the craziest moments. The team just builds up their confidence and their adrenaline after incredible plays, and with the help of their support system behind them, it helps them get higher up on the scoreboard.

Both teams are tied and that’s when things can get messy, but it depends if your team knows how to get out of a tied game and stick together to take the lead on the board. One of the greatest things is seeing your school come together to support the teams. No matter if they’re winning or losing, the fans are always cheering and lifting them up.

It’s the fourth quarter and your team is in the lead with minutes to go. Do they give up just because they’re in the lead? No. They keep trying until the very last second.

Your team wins. Fans go crazy. Players are running on the field to celebrate. Parents are proud of their sons for playing their hearts out. But there is one thing that everyone has in common, and that is their pride in winning the big homecoming game.

Next is where all the parties take place and everyone talks about the game. The amazing plays that were made. The yelling and cheering of the fans. Everyone is there to make memories and have fun. There is nothing better than school pride, and taking part in these events make you fall in love with your school even more.

Being able to participate in school events is such a fun and memorable time. Don't miss out, have fun, get decked out in your school apparel, and cheer on your team even if it takes losing your voice the next day.