How to Be a Philadelphia Eagles Fan

The city of brotherly love has been home to The Philadelphia Eagles for decades. Ever since the franchise has been around, so have its fans. Pouring into Veterans Stadium in South Philly for home games, Eagles fans show their support and passion for their team. Being a Philadelphia Eagles fan takes commitment and a few steps. Read on to learn more.

Instructions

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      Know the roster. Check out the official website of the Philadelphia Eagles to stay up to date on the latest trades, draft picks and injured players. Be able to discuss each player at length at work, at a sports bar and in the streets.

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      Learn the Eagles fight song. Download the song from their website. Rehearse it with friends. You will be singing this song at all the games.

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      Visit training camp. The Eagles hold training camp in June and July at Leigh University in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Jump up and down and yell to players to get their autographs. You might just get some. You have a better chance of spotting your favorite player up close at training camp then during the regular season games.

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      Buy t-shirts and sweatshirts with sayings like, "Nest of Death Gear" and "Go Birds."

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      Get tickets to the games. Find tickets anyway you can. Get them from newspapers and online ads. Buy season tickets if your budget allows. Work overtime and a second job if necessary in order to afford them.

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      Attend as many games as possible. Call in sick at work, use vacation time and get coworkers to trade days. Do what you have to do. Show up early at the "Vet" to allow time for parking. Eat a Philly cheese steak and have a few beers at a tailgate party.

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      Paint your face green in honor of the Eagles colors. Don't just stop at your face. Paint your whole body. Write "Go Eagles" across your belly. Wear a green wig. The weirder you look the better.