Hello. heatpoke here. I’m an OSU fan here to talk to y’all about the heat.
Most if not all you Utes making the travel from the west will be ready for what you’re about to endure. It’s going to feel well over 100F and you’ll feel like the sun is beating on you. People will fall out in the stadium. It happens every year. Typically, it’s old people and opposing fans from areas that are not acclimated to the heat. If you plan on going to the game, prep the night before with good hydration and rest. Do the same in the morning and throughout the day. Ingest electrolytes every 4 water drinks or so. Wear sunscreen.
Your players are not going to be used it, but they will probably be fine because the medical staff will be prepared to help them. Field temps on hot days like Saturday approach 140F. So, trust me when I say they haven’t done this before. They will fall out with cramps and stop the game. After one too many Utes falling on the field like LeBron James getting his toe stepped on, the stadium will begin to boo. Don’t take it too heavy. It’s just the way it goes in the second half when the game is on the line.
As for me, I’m well acclimated to the heat. I’ll drink beer hours before the game and during the game and be just fine. Of course, I’ll sub a water here and there, but growing up here playing sports, working in the heat, and playing in the heat, I’ve just been fortunate. On the other hand, I fully expect my wife to complain about the heat. At that point, I’ll consider the score, our chances of winning, and see where or how leaving for the tailgate with her will score me points. If it’s a close game and she’s okay to make it back without medical assistance, I’m staying. If we win, it will be worth the scolding I will receive later.
Welcome to Stillwater. Come drink beer with us if you’re allowed to.
Utah @ 
Colorado 
