Sharks vs Western Problems
It is finally here.
Week after emotional week has left me almost hairless, stressed and nervous to say the least.
But our boys did it. We made it into the finals.... Again.
The Sharks are going to take on Western Province in Newlands on Saturday and I want front row seats. Err, well front row viewing.
Because I am short.
Last time I watched the Sharks play I had a giant of a man sitting in front of me. As if bending my neck sideways like a curious dog wasn't bad enough - every time our boys scored or created an opportunity to score he would get up and dance around like a ballerina. A really square, unflexible ballerina. I could actually hear the floorboards scream in protest. And of course all I got to see was a big, lumpy backside. Not the best view.
So strategically I must be (to quote the green guy in Star Wars) when choosing my nest for the final of the Currie Cup.
I could be ironic and go to a Curry restuarant...
Or should I maybe head to a sport's bar and bring a high chair? I am not above that (or anything else for that matter)
There are a few rules for picking a spot to watch the rugby and for me to choose the correct spot - I need to fulfil these rules and requirements.
1. It must serve cold beer and warm food. Until at least an hour after the game. (Drown sorrows - celebrate joy - eat away the pain - feast like champions) Cover all bases.
2. It must have adequate service. Not one rugby fan barman who says "Shhhh" when you order during the game. Don't ever shhh a customer. Ever.
3. It must be gender friendly. You will be surprised just how uninviting a tea room is for a guy who intends on shouting at a box mounted on a wall with little men running around chasing a oval ball....Similarly - not everyone wants to sit in a sweaty, beer-stained bar fearing a purse snatching every five seconds...
4. Comfortable seating...No one likes a square bum moulded into a cheap seat.
Other than that, it could be a circus tent with clowns serving mojitas on rollerskates for all I care.
Sharks take on WP this Saturday.
I can't wait.
Go Sharks. I just hope I find a good spot to lose my voice on Saturday ;)
Any suggestions for me? Leave them in the comments' section below.
-Jason
Twitter: @jasonMcCall01