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America’s Game In New Jersey
The Army-Navy Game is one of the most iconic sporting events in the United States. The rivalry football game between the United States Military Academy and the United States Naval Academy has been going on since 1890, although has only been played annually since 1899. The game was not held in 1917 or 1918, due to World War I, and in 1929, when the two academies disagreed over player eligibility rules.
Philadelphia is usually thought of as the main home to the game, although starting in 2008 a bidding process has now made the game likely to rotate to various venues. Philadelphia still holds the record for most games hosted, followed by New York City and Baltimore. The game has been held as far west as Chicago (1926) and at the Rose Bowl in Pasedena, CA (1983). The 2020 edition was held on the Army campus in West Point, NY because of Covid-19.
Food & Beverage 4
There are numerous food options within the surprisingly crowded inner concourses.
Options are in large and small concession stands such as Bubba Burgers, Frank’s, BBQ Shack, Boardwalk Fryer, Wingman NY, and Momma Fusco’s Kitchen. Our personal favorite was Mr. Tot. Food prices are high, as likely expected for an NFL stadium within the New York City area.
MetLife sells Pepsi brand sodas.
Atmosphere 5
Neighborhood 3
Fans 5
This game means the world to the teams and fans in attendance. Everyone picks a side to root for. “Go Army! Beat Navy!” and “Go Navy! Beat Army!” are chanted and shouted almost non-stop before and during the game.
Even with the emotions of the game, there is a respectful tone. This is not a crowd that will fight over their emotions. These are respectful fans who take pride in their teams, as well as their nation.
Access 4
The Meadowlands is located off many major highways and has massive parking lots. You will not fight to find parking, although expect to pay $40 and up. There are train and bus options but expect long lines and a large number of fellow riders to fight through to use those services.
Return on Investment 4
The Army-Navy game may not be the cheapest around. It is the desired ticket for many fans, so expect to pay a decent amount of money. That, coupled with pretty expensive parking, means the game will not be cheap. But for the experience you will get, the price seems fair and reasonable.
Extras 5
Stay outside the stadium to witness the walk of the Cadets and Midshipmen into the stadium. Then get inside to watch the formations on the field. It is well worth attending just for this.
The game will almost always have a good flyover pregame, whether it is Army helicopters or Navy jets that you prefer. The Navy and Army will also have skydivers jumping into the opening ceremony, weather dependent.
Both the Navy and Army have ships, tanks, and other large equipment around the stadium displaying their awesome firepower.
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Food and Drink Recommendations
Plank Road Inn
1538 Paterson Plank Rd
Secaucus, NJ 07094
(201) 865-9516
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Entertainment Recommendations
Meadowlands Racing & Entertainment
(201) 843-2446
American Dreams Meadowlands
(212) 245-0072
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Lodging Recommendations
Extended Stay America Meadowlands – East Rutherford
300 NJ-3
East Rutherford, NJ 07073
(201) 939-8866
https://www.extendedstayamerica.com/hotels/nj/meadowlands/east-rutherford
Hampton Inn Carlstadt
304 Paterson Plank Rd
Carlstadt, NJ 07072
(201) 935-9000
https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/cldnjhx-hampton-carlstadt-at-the-meadowlands/
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MetLife Stadium
1 MetLife Stadium Dr
East Rutherford, NJ 07073
Year Opened: 2010
Capacity: 82,500
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