Number 79-Great American Ballpark

This past baseball season I had the pleasure to attend 2 games at Great American Ballpark. It was a really cool experience. The environment is really cool. Something that I found really neat, especially being a Reds fan, was all of the history that was shown throughout the concourse. Then to walk out into where the ballpark was and see the championship pennants and retired jerseys and others honored was really cool. Something that I was also able to take part of was the induction of 3 players into their Hall of Fame. The Gala dinner that they had was simply outstanding and really such an amazing experience. This is just what the Reds are about. It really truly feels like a family and being inside of the ballpark makes that feel even more so. One thing that I would say is get there early. Not only would you have a better chance at recieving a promotional item, but watch Reds Live, the pregame show. This even takes place along the third base line in the concourse. Even if you catch part of the show it is still a cool experience. Another thing is the fact that they have a cool section for the kids along the first base line near the foul pole. Even if you get bad seats, it is still really fun to be there and be able to watch one of the greatest games ever, in one of the nicest stadiums in MLB.

Number 1-Mackey Arena

Mackey Arena is one of my favorite places on earth. Period nothing more. When Purdue is really playing well there is no other place in the universe that is louder. I know I am bias, but the thing is when an opponent comes in to play Purdue in Mackey Arena they will be tested not only by the team, but also by the atmosphere. With the Paint Crew almost on the court with them yelling at them it is hard to take your mind off of that. Not only the Paint Crew, but when you have 14,123 people screaming and yelling all at the same time, well you get the picture. It's one of those places where once you leave, you realize that your ears are ringing because of how loud everyone has been for the past 2 plus hours. It's more than the team coming ready to play, at Purdue all of the fans come ready as well. One of the best parts of the experience is just before they announce the starting line-ups and everyone and I mean EVERYONE joins the Purdue band singing the national anthem. It's very moving and a great way to start the game. From there it just gets louder. I'm telling you, if your a basketball fan, do yourself a favor and go visit Mackey Arena. Trust me you won't be disappointed, unless you are wearing IU gear, then you may be harassed by the Paint Crew screaming "IU Sucks" while pointing at you. Best of luck to the brave soul that decides to do that. Other than that you won't be disappointed, trust me!