Superstition, Rituals and Magical Thinking
I will be wearing my “lucky” M clothing, hat and shoes to watch the game tonight. Backup gear will be available if needed because it’s obvious that the team is aware of my sartorial choices and it helps them to play well. What are your ways of helping Michigan win?
December 31st, 2021 at 12:08 PM ^
Maintaining a delicate balance of 51% optimism, 49% pessimism.
December 31st, 2021 at 12:10 PM ^
Everytime we have won im drinking beer..so, I'm going to drink beer.
December 31st, 2021 at 12:12 PM ^
Blue pants!
December 31st, 2021 at 12:13 PM ^
#4 Michigan jersey and university of michigan helmet signed by Bo schembechler and nothing else.
GO BLUE
December 31st, 2021 at 12:49 PM ^
Put on some blue pants!!!
December 31st, 2021 at 12:16 PM ^
2018 It’s great to be a Michigan Wolverine season T. It wasnt visible but under a couple of layers against OSU and I wore watching against Iowa at home. I put it on an hour ago!
I have a Michigan Engineering T I wore watching MSU and when I went to Chapel Hill for the basketball game. It’s been retired.
GO BLUE!!!
December 31st, 2021 at 12:18 PM ^
It is proven fact that if I watch the game -- or even check the score -- Michigan plays badly. Therefore, I will abstain from the game in all forms. It's not rational, it's not even reasonable. But there it is.
December 31st, 2021 at 12:25 PM ^
I know how you feel. Turned down multiple tickets to the game because Michigan has lost the last 10 sporting events I have attended: National Title game in MBB, Sweet 16, road gamed at Iowa, Nebraska and ND, and more.
I'll watch from home today.
December 31st, 2021 at 12:36 PM ^
Back in 2016, I stayed away from the Ohio State game -- no TV, no radio, no checking scores. At a time when I was sure the game was over, I went online to check the score. It was in OT. Michigan then lost the game. I learned my lesson: 3:45 is not enough time to wait; 4 hours is better; 4+ hours better still.
December 31st, 2021 at 1:13 PM ^
I salute you, and your irrational superstitions.
Go Blue!
December 31st, 2021 at 2:19 PM ^
I used to think that, too, and didn't watch games and even stopped going to games because we seemed to lose all the ones I was at in person. I did the same watching my son pitch in high school and college and missed so many games and outings because I thought he pitched better when I didn't watch. I would literally leave a game when he came in. His team played in the NCAA regionals last year and he didn't tell us he was starting so we drove home. But somehow, 30 minutes into the drive, we figured it out. I wouldn't even let my husband watch the game on his phone (you could stream it). I let him check every 15 minutes and the only thing he could tell me was if he was still in. Finally, 3 hours later (!!!!), my husband said, "Game's over," and only then did I let him tell me the outcome and how my son pitched. I admit I am THE craziest fan out there with this. I'm going to the game tonight and I'm really having anxiety about it and my being there and whether it will affect the outcome. I again admit I am THE craziest fan out there. Don in AZ, we're just not that powerful or important.
December 31st, 2021 at 2:25 PM ^
You’re way better than normal Wendy.
December 31st, 2021 at 2:27 PM ^
we're just not that powerful or important
Tell that to the voice in my head screaming at me to stay away so Michigan has a better chance of winning! :-)
December 31st, 2021 at 2:47 PM ^
I was at the Ohio State game in 2011, and we won that game, so I'm holding tightly to that tonight. It can happen, it can happen, it can happen..........
December 31st, 2021 at 2:58 PM ^
Your mojo is strong today, my friend. Go forth and do good! And Go Blue!
(The other night I was at the Minnesota/WVU game in Phoenix. A few rows down from me was a guy in a Georgia sweatshirt. Before the game I yelled out to him: "Hey Georgia Guy!" He looked, and I yelled again: "GO BLUE!" He smiled; I smiled; it was all good.)
December 31st, 2021 at 3:33 PM ^
I was at the game as well.
December 31st, 2021 at 12:23 PM ^
While wearing Michigan gear today, of course, I have never been given to such thinking - I was raised in a home where it was made quite clear that such thinking is utter codswallop, and I have naturally passed that to my children. We are all decked out in maize and blue all the same, of course, even my wife
December 31st, 2021 at 12:57 PM ^
Same here, I laid out outfits for all the kids and my oldest said " why do I have to wear this , we aren't leaving the house today ".. she might end up in the transfer portal if she keeps up this attitude. My other 2 are decked out and ready to go.
WE ready!!!
December 31st, 2021 at 1:20 PM ^
you know you are a serious fan when your children could get 'processed' if they don't put on their game day uniform.
daughter pioneer: but daddy, i already have my pink pony sweatshirt on and i like it
pioneer: sweetheart, you don't have to put on your michigan gear, its just that if you don't you might have to go somewhere else to finish grade school...
December 31st, 2021 at 12:25 PM ^
I've written down, "I am so happy, grateful, and certain now that Michigan has beaten Georgia. Thank-you, Thank-you, Thank-you." I'm also visualizing and feeling a Michigan victory. Imagining feeling good and happy that Michigan has won. I started doing this for Indiana, and have kept it going.
December 31st, 2021 at 12:26 PM ^
Wearing the maize and blue tie I wore to this wedding during the osu game’s first half, which I then wore under my sweatshirt during the B1G title game. In Santa Teresa, Costa Rica for NYE and will be wearing the same tie, likely shirtless, watching from either a White Lotus-esque hotel bar or an iPad Pro.
Go Blue.
Excelsior.
December 31st, 2021 at 12:49 PM ^
Pura Vida! Love Costa Rica. Wife and I hope to retire there after we get all the kids grown and kicked out.
December 31st, 2021 at 12:28 PM ^
Pretty much the same. Shorts, hat, t-shirt, & hoodie that I’ve worn through the entirety of every win this season. Regrettably I got too warm during the MSU game and took off the hoodie and hat during the 4th quarter. I apologize and won’t let it happen again.
December 31st, 2021 at 12:36 PM ^
Also, shaved my (admittedly not too full) beard the morning of the OSU game. It was also accidental as I was trying to just trim it but ended up trimming much too close and decided to just take it all off. Shaved as well the following Saturday before heading downtown to the stadium in Indy. I will be showering and shaving probably around halftime of the UC game today to make sure it’s as clean shaven as possible at kickoff.
December 31st, 2021 at 12:29 PM ^
I will be wearing my Maize Block M t-shirt. I bought it the summer I was admitted and wore it to all the home games I attended while there. I generally wear it for all the big games I watch on the teevee now.
December 31st, 2021 at 12:41 PM ^
I have numerous M hats, but have worn the same one since the Western game. Why chance it?
December 31st, 2021 at 12:42 PM ^
If we take the L and I later find out any of you bastards changed up your routine or what you wore for OSU and Iowa, there's gonna be trouble. Big trouble.
For you.
December 31st, 2021 at 12:43 PM ^
After the MSU game I decided to stop shaving for the first time in my adult life (i'm mid 30's). The beard is a bit stringy on the cheeks, but the team has won every game since.
December 31st, 2021 at 12:47 PM ^
Sitting around in my skivvies with an M law shirt on and rye whiskey in hand. It's been working for years, win or lose.
December 31st, 2021 at 12:49 PM ^
Going to go rub the frames of the two diplomas, father and son, awarded from M. Of course, the kid's GPA was higher than mine, which is the way it's supposed to be. Wife will sit on our couch and wear her M sweatpants for the game. This should be good for at least 28 good guy points, the rest is up to the coaches and players to figure out; we can't do it all.
December 31st, 2021 at 12:56 PM ^
I watched the OSU game at my sister’s with TVs on in two different rooms. One was delayed so I got to race back and forth to see replays and skip the waiting between plays. Rearranged the living room in my house so I will recreate the experience here.
And I’ve got my father-in-law’s urn set up with a prime viewing spot for extra good luck.
December 31st, 2021 at 12:59 PM ^
I've been listening to Pump It Up nonstop and I don't even think it's a superstition; it's our secret weapon. After five or six reps, I'm ready to block some fool into the turf.
December 31st, 2021 at 1:01 PM ^
Thinking positive.
GB! BG!
Go, Blue! Beat Georgia!
December 31st, 2021 at 1:02 PM ^
I’m sorry to report that I forgot that I can’t wear my Michigan hat on game day. However, I still have the lucky Halloween skeletons on the house wearing their Michigan ball caps.
December 31st, 2021 at 1:03 PM ^
I watch the games alone. Whenever I watch with someone they struggle.
December 31st, 2021 at 1:08 PM ^
So far Michigan has not lost a game if I watch it naked. So... here we go
December 31st, 2021 at 1:50 PM ^
I think I recall seeing you at the B1G championship game in Indy...
December 31st, 2021 at 2:06 PM ^
And as a side note, I plan on being completely nude under my clothes tonight
December 31st, 2021 at 1:24 PM ^
I will be wearing my #1 Jordan jersey. It's the only thing I have worn this season, outside of the MSU game. For that one I was at work in my scrubs.
The #98 Adidas jersey and my fav M sweatshirt have bad juju.
December 31st, 2021 at 1:31 PM ^
My personal mantra this season has been enter each game with 0 expectations. I intend to do the same.
Side note: has anyone noticed the amount of downvotes anyone receives that isn’t 100% confident, or offers a differing opinion? I love the optimism, but I hope we don’t turn into the echo chambers or deniers of intelligence.
December 31st, 2021 at 1:40 PM ^
M Shirt, M hoodie, M socks, blue underwear.
December 31st, 2021 at 1:42 PM ^
Michigan shirt on, light up Michigan wall clock lit up, Michigan 97 championship wristwatch on wrist, Michigan floating helmet rotating, Michigan inflatable helmet on front lawn. Go Blue!
December 31st, 2021 at 1:42 PM ^
I'm trying not to breathe until the game starts
December 31st, 2021 at 1:56 PM ^
Same maize shirt I wore for OSU and Iowa. Will have same food; pizza, hot boneless wings, jalapeno potato chips and plenty of Vodka.
December 31st, 2021 at 2:01 PM ^
I’m wearing the sweatshirt I bought (and wore) the day of the Braylonfest game. Hope it works.
December 31st, 2021 at 2:01 PM ^
Michigan Socks, lucky Michigan hat, lucky Michigan number one jersey. I’ve done a shot of Woodsons whiskey before ever game….Go Blue
December 31st, 2021 at 2:01 PM ^
I went to a friends house for the Washington game. Didn't have a drop of alcohol. Tonight I will be at a friend of the girlfriend's place. Since it is technically not my friend, I will be drinking as every single game that I have drank (namely OSU, Northwestern, and Iowa) we have won handily. I will NOT be wearing anything Michigan as the only times I have worn Michigan stuff is when I'm at a public place watching the game. Even at home I have not worn one single piece of UM clothing during any games; didn't wear anything at my friend's place either. I will NOT get excited at any point at all no matter what is happening as the only game I really got hyped for we lost (I even watched my Braves in game six sitting back, arms folded, not muttering a word or cracking a smile). Yes, I am pulling out all the stops to send any good vibes to our dudes in Miami.
December 31st, 2021 at 3:02 PM ^
Nvm party cancelled, woohoo!
December 31st, 2021 at 3:24 PM ^
Michigan is 12-0 if I eat at Jersey Mike's on a game day. We are 0-1 when I don't.
I think superstitions are dumb and I am tired, but I am likely to go eat a sub and get a Mountain Dew around halftime of the Bama Cincinnati game.
December 31st, 2021 at 3:49 PM ^
I don't wear M gear unless I'm going to the game.
Drank Jack Daniel's during the B1G championship and that worked.