More couples are bucking tradition by paying for the wedding themselves, staging elaborate photo shoots-Baltimore Ravens QB Joe Flacco has gotten flack for goofy photos taken at his wedding in 2011, which surfaced the web this week-and redefining what makes a wedding truly unforgettable. Now we're seeing a sharp increase in sports-themed weddings, where even the bride isn't afraid to get a little down-and-dirty with a pre-reception game of touch football.
According to the Wall Street Journal, the trend is catching on-SportsThemedWeddings.com threw about 300 sports-themed weddings last year (10x more than in 2010). Renting an arena can start at $10,000 for 125 guests. In honor of all you football lovers out there, here's how to incorporate some team spirit into your wedding day!
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