By: Sirra Ryan
Lowery bar hosted a watch party for the Men’s college basketball game between the Florida Gators and Houston Cougars. Inside the Sunnyside bar at 43-02 42rd Ave the front was packed with a group of people watching and cheering for their team to win.
Loud conversation took place as people discussed the game with one person even saying that they didn’t care which team won. “Gotta a really good group of fun people hanging out, good energy, good food and a good vibe” Anne Muldoon, the owner of the bar said.
From ordering food from the bar such as nachos to drinks like beer to the loud cheering it was clear that the night was about community.
As the game went on the crowd all cheered on their team from their seats. Some even took bets on which team would win.
“So because of the fact that I have a couple dollars on Houston I am rooting for the Houston Cougars tonight. So, Houston seems to be the concession for all that are here” says customer JJ.
When asked if he thought that would be his pick JJ says “No I know it depends on the match up I didn’t think Houston was going to beat Duke on Saturday, but it ends up being a crazy game and I’m kind of riding the momentum.”
As the night progressed it was clear that the watch party was a way to bring a community of fans together.
Florida finished the exciting game by beating the Cougars 65-63.
