Final Four drinking games are a great way to make an already exciting time in your life even more exciting. And drunk. But let’s be honest here, you weren’t planning on actually staying sober for the games.
That’s why we pooled together a combination of original new rules and old favorites to make what we think is the most complete Final Four drinking game list. We know that you’re not going to follow these rules and just drink when you want, but at least this list will give you some inspiration.
Drinking Game Rules For Both Matchups
These drinking game rules apply for both games. They’re pretty general, but are a good way to ensure that you attain and maintain at least a good buzz throughout your day. Gotta start with a base. Take a drink every time:
• The term “Student Athlete” is used during a commercial. [One sip]
• The announcers discuss paying student athletes. [One sip]
• The announcers discuss the controversial Indiana religious freedom law. [One sip]
• Someone says they had someone other than Kentucky winning their bracket. [One sip]
• TBS shows an in-game promo for a show you have zero desire of watching. [One sip]
• Someone misses two free throws [Two sips]
Drinking Game Rules for Duke vs. Michigan State
The first game of the night is the Duke vs. Michigan State University. Tip off is at 6:09 PM EST so make sure that you’ve either already eaten or are in a place where food is accessible. Once the festivities start, take a drink if:
• TBS airs Tom Izzo’s pre game speech. [Your whole drink because you’re pumped up anyways]
• Magic Johnson is on camera. [One sip]
• A hated Duke basketball alum is shown. [One sip]
• You see a Duke cheerleader who you’d actually take on a date. [Three sips]
• Michigan State gets down eight points within five minutes of the first half. [One sip]
• Jabari Parker gets blocked cleanly. [One sip]
Drinking Game Rules for Kentucky vs. Wisconsin
The second game of the night is Kentucky vs. Wisconsin which if you have no horses in the race is probably the game you’re most excited to see. Tip off for this game is at 8:49 PM, so hopefully you’re not too wasted to tap out. Take a drink every time:
• Frank Kaminsky is shown dancing [Finish your drink if this happens, take a strikeout if you can]
• Frank Kaminsky is referred to as “Frank The Tank.” [One sip]
• The camera on Calipari and someone says “one and done.” [One sip]
• Wisconsin AD Barry Alvarez shows any signs of emotion [One sip]
• An announcer suggests all five Kentucky players will be drafted. [One sip]
• Aaron Harrison nails a three pointer from NBA range and beyond. [One sip for NBA, three for beyond]
• Aaron Rodgers and Oliva Munn are shown on television. [One sip]
• Ashley Judd is going apeshit on camera. [One sip]