There’s something intriguing about baseball games – the sun on your shoulders, an ice cold beer in hand, the cracking of peanut shells beneath your feet, and good friends by your side. Even if you don’t care for the sport, games are a damn good time.
One thing I love about ballgames is that they aren’t as loud as most sporting events. Yeah, you still have a few tipsy fans causing a ruckus, but it’s not like you can’t hear yourself think. Carrying on a conversation with the people around you is actually possible, even if you’re all a little rowdy! With that said, it’s a great place for a fun date…
So you picked the girl, asked her out and she said yes (thank God). Consider this date as spring training; play the field and find out if she’s worth a spot in your batting order. Every woman is different and therefore should be treated different. Her expectations at a baseball game may be entirely different than yours. Here are some tips to avoid striking out. 
The Fanatic. This girl loves baseball. She’s got the team paraphernalia and might rival you in your knowledge. When you’re at the game, debate about stats, talk players and yell at the umpire. Women who know a lot about sports are proud of it (and sexy). Praise her for her knowledge, tell her it impresses you (but don’t let her swoon you too much, clinger) and don’t be intimidated. Bring in some typical ballgame snacks like peanuts and sunflower seeds, and enjoy a beer (or three). Get there for first pitch and stay the whole game unless she hints on stealing home. She will also appreciate good seats, so consider them a base hit.
The Girlfriend. Even if she isn’t your “girlfriend” yet, this girl goes to the game for you and your manly ways. She may know a little about baseball but she’s not going to have an intense discussion about it – so don’t bore her with information (baseball nerds). Give her tidbits here and there, find out what she knows about the game and share a little knowledge. Be sure to ask her questions about herself, keep the conversation going and maybe even put your arm on the back of her chair. She won’t care about seats as much as the Fanatic, so get reasonably priced ones (all you cheap asses). You could even bring in a small cooler with food – she will find it sweet. Be careful not to force her to stay longer than she wants (no means no). If she says she “doesn’t care”, it mostly likely means she doesn’t want to stay until the bottom of the ninth.
The Laid-back Lady. She is down to do anything (well not anything). Maybe she likes baseball, maybe she doesn’t – she just wants to have fun. Bring her to a game, buy her a brew and talk a little baseball. You could even go with a group. This lady won’t mind where you sit – Rockpile seats, let’s party! It’s always a good time there. Take her out for a night on the town after, or before. Be flirty and light-hearted. She’s not going to jump all over you if you act like Mr. Clingy. When she is ready to go, she will let you know (so listen!).
At the end of the night, if things don’t go as planned, at least you got to watch a game, and you know it is not a good fit. Some may like a girl who is there for a tan and a beer, others may find it deplorable. Maybe you want a girl who knows everything there is to know about Todd Helton, or maybe you’re the guy who enjoys explaining that Dexter Fowler is not the same as a foul ball. Just do your best to gauge her personality and show her a good time. If worst comes to worst, you could always call up the bullpen and bring in a relief pitcher (and that’s the ballgame!).
Lexie Runge is an avid blogger besides the wonderful work she does for COcentric. Check her out at Living Lightly and I’m a Previvor