Univ. of Maryland

We made our first and LAST trip to Maryland a few years ago.

Never heard such obscenities BEFORE even walking into the stadium by students and adults.

Maryland won and was on their way to an ACC championship with just Duke left on their schedule. Gray haired adults insulted us on the way out of the stadium as we congratulated them on their win and probably winning the ACC championship as well. Never seen such low class people who don't know how to win.

Had beer bottles thrown at us leaving the parking lot going into the game.

Protect yourself and especially your son. Be sure to tell him that the behavior of Maryland fans is not how Tiger fans behave.

We parked in a lot right below the stadium. Had no trouble getting there.

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Re: Univ. of Maryland

Oct 21, 2013, 12:22 PM

I have lived in the DC metro area for 27 years, so I can vouch for what has been said about factions of classless Maryland fans. Too many fans take things too far over a game, and some of the actions of Maryland sports fans over the years have been both irresponsible and criminal.

As a man perfectly capable of defending myself, I personally will not go to a game at Maryland. There are a number of hostile Maryland fans that do not like Clemson, and I would not want to have to smack the you know what out of one of them in retaliation for some act of aggression on their part.

If you proceed with your trip, just use your street smarts, whether you take Metro or drive. The campus is not far for DC and some not so great neighborhoods in Maryland. Metro is generally safe, but be aware of your surroundings as you would in any metropolitan area.

Personally, the University of Virginia is a much better football experience as a visiting Clemson fan. I have been going there for years when Clemson comes to town, and I will be there on November 2nd.