Bristol Killie Posted February 5, 2016 Share Posted February 5, 2016 I've got the option of two tickets for the six nations game against Wales next week at the Millenium Stadium. Was toying with the idea of taken my little boy along but not sure if he's too young. At what age did you guys start taking their kids to things like this. I was about 8 when I first went to a Killie game and that was on the terraces, so the environment nowadays is a whole lot safer. For the record he's 6. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scunnered Posted February 5, 2016 Share Posted February 5, 2016 I was taken to my first Killie game when I was 3. The downside to that is I've kept going back. I took my daughter to her first Killie game when she was 5, she was bored out her nut and sat playing her DS, until I took it off her and I sat playing it. The wee man would be perfectly safe... It's whether he'd enjoy or not, Rugby is boring enough for adults never mind small children. It should also be noted, small children aren't as easily impressed as adults, he'll probably not give a how amazing the Welsh anthem is. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bristol Killie Posted February 5, 2016 Author Share Posted February 5, 2016 Ha ha, I was concerned he would be bored but thought he might be impressed by the whole atmosphere, perhaps not. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scunnered Posted February 5, 2016 Share Posted February 5, 2016 Topical: http://www.thedailymash.co.uk/sport/sport-headlines/six-nations-to-fill-pubs-with-higher-class-of-git-20160205105932 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bannannan Posted February 5, 2016 Share Posted February 5, 2016 Topical: http://www.thedailymash.co.uk/sport/sport-headlines/six-nations-to-fill-pubs-with-higher-class-of-git-20160205105932 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sbcmfc Posted February 5, 2016 Share Posted February 5, 2016 Went to Scotland v England at Hampden in 1989 when I was 7 and was 'well impressed with the noise! I thought there had been a goal and it was only 230. Was only disappointed I couldn't just wander off like I could at fir park. Wrap them up, plenty of snacks and maybe some toys. (I've taken my boy who's 2 1/2 to a few 'well games, only really as I had to and it didn't cost me. If you think he'll get something from it, batter in!) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scunnered Posted February 5, 2016 Share Posted February 5, 2016 (I've taken my boy who's 2 1/2 to a few 'well games You sick ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bonzo Posted February 5, 2016 Share Posted February 5, 2016 Go for it I would have loved it if my faither would have taken me to events like this as a child. unfortunately he was only interested in effein doo racing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tartanhibee Posted February 5, 2016 Share Posted February 5, 2016 I take my little boy to Easter road (4) as long as they are well wrapped up and have snacks he usually is ok. I also take a toy and keep him interested by playing next team to get a throw in or corner or free kick if he gets it right he get a sweetie. Any hibs goal is 2 sweets. Bag of haribo Is his preferred choice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
biffer Posted February 5, 2016 Share Posted February 5, 2016 Much easier to take young kids to the rugby than the football. My mate's regularly take their kids to Edinburgh Rugby matches and started taking them when they were 4 or 5. A lot depends on the kid - are they the kind who will sit in one place for that length of time? It's easier when there's terracing and they can run about. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parklife Posted February 5, 2016 Share Posted February 5, 2016 I think 6 is about the right age. My nephew was never that interested in football until me and my brother took him to our league cup final a couple of years ago. He loved it and now he's football daft. Obviously taking him to the rugby won't be quite the same. Due to rugby being a pretty complexed sport and also a bit pish. I'm sure he'll enjoy it though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bristol Killie Posted February 5, 2016 Author Share Posted February 5, 2016 Thanks for all the advice, think I'll go for it. The Haribo game sounds like a plan, the boys sweetie daft. Pad the day out with a trip to Cardiff Castle and I'll be in the good books for a couple of days I think. I'll also be in the wife's good books, she'll get some peace and I won't be hungover on Sunday. It's a win win. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scunnered Posted February 5, 2016 Share Posted February 5, 2016 Thanks for all the advice, think I'll go for it. The Haribo game sounds like a plan, the boys sweetie daft. Just don't try it at Rugby Park. The wee fella would starve . Hope the wee man enjoys it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bristol Killie Posted February 5, 2016 Author Share Posted February 5, 2016 Last time I was at Rugby Park was the first game of the season against Dundee, I vowed then to never subject him to it. He can make his own poor choices in life without me imposing some on him. Granted, the decision is easier living 400 miles away. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flora MaDonald Posted February 5, 2016 Share Posted February 5, 2016 Went to Scotland v England at Hampden in 1989 when I was 7 I wasn't allowed to Scotland / England games until I was ten.........................the auld dear thought I'd get nicked and up in front of the Panel. Hope the wee man enjoys his day, BK Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sbcmfc Posted February 5, 2016 Share Posted February 5, 2016 You sick ######! He moved to sit with the 'well Bois at halftime the last time. He'll probably get lifted at an away game before he's started nursery! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alibi Posted February 5, 2016 Share Posted February 5, 2016 I took my son to his first Morton game when he was about 3 years and three months old I think. Against Raith Rovers at Cappielow. He was just about turning blue with the November cold, even right up at the back corner of the stand to get out of the wind. Managed to stay till the end. Finished 1-1. He must have enjoyed it cos he's a lifelong supporter now despite being born and brought up in Dumfries. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scottincarlisle Posted February 5, 2016 Share Posted February 5, 2016 If you are worried about the noise you could use some of the small rubber ear defenders. My son had just turned 8 the last time we played at Wembley & he was fine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaveyDenoon Posted February 5, 2016 Share Posted February 5, 2016 My lad had just turned 8 and he plays rugby every week. I've taken him to the Millennium Stadium (or should I now say Principality Stadium?) three or four times now for the rugby (football once too) but I'm not taking him to this game as he's just not the kind of kid that'll sit still and actually watch the entire game and at £65 a ticket it's a waste of money. Taking him to the likes of Fiji etc in the autumn internationals for a tenner is fine though but not the six nations. The other one is 4 and can't sit still for two minutes so we're packing them both off to the OH's sister for the night and a very rare night out for us ??? If your wee fella will actually sit and watch the game then you'll be sound for a pound, there are certainly no "issues" with taking kids to a game there. If he's that kind of bairn he'll love it. If he's like mine you'll want to throttle him! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DoonTheSlope Posted February 6, 2016 Share Posted February 6, 2016 I'm in 2 minds about taking my three and a half year old nephew to the cup final. He does love his football, even at that age but my biggest concern is I doubt he can wipe his own erse yet, feck that. It's a long day away through to Hampden and if he's anything like his uncle then he'll enjoy dropping a good divet from time to time Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hannibal smith Posted February 6, 2016 Share Posted February 6, 2016 I take my little boy to Easter road (4) as long as they are well wrapped up and have snacks he usually is ok. I also take a toy and keep him interested by playing next team to get a throw in or corner or free kick if he gets it right he get a sweetie. Any hibs goal is 2 sweets. Bag of haribo Is his preferred choice. that sound like a good plan Started taking the wee lass when she was 5, she is now 7 and this is the second season she has had a season ticket. We have them on the end of a row at the back section so quick access for toilets so we don't miss much of the game. Ipad sometimes comes out in the last 20 minutes if the game is boring. Took her and the my wee 4 year old boy to the Gibraltar game in October. Unfortunately due to running around the pool all day and the late kick off they both slept through the second half Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
McTeeko Posted February 6, 2016 Share Posted February 6, 2016 I took my wee lad to the Poland game in October (see profile pic), that was his first game. 4 years old and to be honest I thought it would be a pain trying to get him to watch. I thought he'd want to leave, play Angry Birds or whatever but all through the 90 mins he was totally engrossed in the game. Loved it! The Poles near us and the flares in their end added to the spectacle from his point of view. I chose good seats in the South upper that time and that helped as we were looking right down on the game. He's buzzing for the next one ?? Also took him to Rio for the World Cup Final the year before but that's another story! ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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