She said "YES" Saturday: Guys, dont propose at a sporting event!

We have seen it on TV and Movies, we have read it in books and magazines, but proposing at the stadium/arena during a game is not the way to go. As romantic as hollywood makes it seem it only highlights the poor lack of planning and creativity by the groom-to-be. There are several reasons why this shouldnt be an option when planning that special moment:

Too Public

With thousands of roaring fans watching, the intimacy of one of the most special moments of your life is broken. A wedding proposal should be about the two of you beginning a wonderful journey together. A sporting event does not allow a couple to fully reflect and share their thoughts as there are too many distractions and noise during and after the proposal. 

Not very creative

We touched on this in the intro but lets revisit. Guys, look at this from her perspective: she is probably expecting things like doves, roses, candlelit dinner by the water, soft music or a bunch of children each holding up a sign which overall spells out "will you marry me". Many women dream of this day since their childhood and as many as 85% of women say the way they were proposed to was dissapointing. Do not be a part of that 85%, instead think of the things that would surprise that special person and implement an idea. 

Embarassing

I usually dont like to be negative but lets face it, if she says anything other than yes in front of all those people how embarassing would that be? Not to mention the unwanted  pressure placed on her to say yes because thousands are watching and she wishes not to humiliate you. Why make it so complicated?

Please note that every woman is different and only you know what kind of proposal would work. Do what makes you and the love of your life happy and always remember that no matter what you do it should be a special moment remembered for the rest of both your lives.