The Super Bowl is one of the most watched sporting events every year, according to roadtrips.com.
It’s a very highly anticipated event year after year. As it approaches, fans across the country get ready to watch, whether it’s watching on their own, hosting a party, going out to watch the big game, or even attending the game in person. It’s great from anywhere you watch it, whether people watch it solely for the game, or for the commercials. But what do people who attend Foran High School do for the Super Bowl?
A lot of people watch for the game, like junior Chase Rumford, says, “I’m going to my godparent’s house eating food, playing games, and then watching the Super Bowl.”
But if you’re not a sports fan, there is another reason to watch: the commercials. Super Bowl commercials are a significant aspect of the annual game, with brands investing heavily to capture the viewers. In 2024, a 30-second ad slot cost approximately $7 million.
These commercials focus on capturing the viewers to promote their brand. Although the commercials are great, the game is the main focus of the Super Bowl. Two teams that worked their way up through the playoffs to the final game in the hope of bringing home a championship.
This exciting event always leads to people throwing watch parties and group gatherings.
Rumford is doing what most people will likely be doing during this event. Last year 123.7 million people watched the Superbowl, according to https://www.sportsmediawatch.com. Junior Matthew Adkins, says “Every year my grandparents come over and watch the puppy bowl then watch the game while eating good food and it is always a great time.”
The Superbowl will be on FOX February 9 at 6:30 pm.
