MADD Tips for Perfect Super Bowl Party

Tips to avoid driving while drunk during Big Game weekend.

Relatives of the NFL's Delanie Walker Victims of Drunk Driver - The aunt and uncle of Tennessee Titans' Delanie Walker saw him play in Super Bowl 2013 and were killed in a car accident involving a drunk driver the next day. Since then, Walker has partnered with Mothers Against Drunk Driving. "Drunk driving is completely preventable, so plan ahead for how you're going to get home safely," he told BET.com. 43 percent of all traffic fatalities involved a drunk driver during Super Bowl 2011. Take a look at MADD tips to prevent guests from driving while intoxicated this Super Bowl. — Natelege Whaley (@natelege)(Photo: Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)

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Relatives of the NFL's Delanie Walker Victims of Drunk Driver - The aunt and uncle of Tennessee Titans' Delanie Walker saw him play in Super Bowl 2013 and were killed in a car accident involving a drunk driver the next day. Since then, Walker has partnered with Mothers Against Drunk Driving. "Drunk driving is completely preventable, so plan ahead for how you're going to get home safely," he told BET.com. 43 percent of all traffic fatalities involved a drunk driver during Super Bowl 2011. Take a look at MADD tips to prevent guests from driving while intoxicated this Super Bowl. — Natelege Whaley (@natelege)(Photo: Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)

Plan Activities - Break out the card games, music and other party activities to engage people so that they are making less trips to the bar during the Big Game party. With less alcohol consumption, guests can remember the night and also get home safely after its over. (Photo: Ian Bates/The Jersey Journal /Landov)

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Plan Activities - Break out the card games, music and other party activities to engage people so that they are making less trips to the bar during the Big Game party. With less alcohol consumption, guests can remember the night and also get home safely after its over. (Photo: Ian Bates/The Jersey Journal /Landov)

Do Not Leave Your Drink Unattended - Make sure that your drink is with you at all times. All someone needs is a few seconds to slip something into your cup. (Photo: GettyImages)

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Say No to Mixers - Adding cranberry to vodka, won't dilute the alcohol in the drink. Juices and other sweet mixers mask the taste of alcohol and may cause you to drink more. Also, carbonated mixers like club soda cause alcohol to be absorbed into a person’s system more quickly. (Photo: Getty Images)

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Use Alcohol Responsibly - Have a designated driver to bring partygoers home from festivities, suggests medicinenet.com. Remember that alcohol and swimming can be as dangerous as drinking and driving. (Photo: Comstock/Getty Images)

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Designate Sober Drivers - Remind your guests to include designated non-drinking drivers in their group as they RSVP. Confirming this will make them more accountable for their safety and any other people they are traveling with. (Photo: Comstock/Getty Images)

Game Day Buffalo Wings - We suspect you’ll make this recipe for classic buffalo wings your new party staple. These wings can be fried or baked (try both for variety). Serve these spicy, juicy bites with prepared blue cheese or ranch dressing and celery sticks. Ingredients: 3 pounds of chicken wings (separated at joints, tips removed, rinsed and cleaned) Low-sodium seasoning 3 tablespoons of Texas Pete’s Hot Sauce 2 tablespoons of butter Directions: Wash and pat dry wings with a dampened towel. Season wings with the low sodium seasoning salt. Deep fat fry at 375 degrees for 10-12 minutes or until crispy. For oven baked, place wings on single layer sheet pan at 275 degrees for 35 minutes or until done. Once done, toss the wings in a bowl with hot sauce and butter. Serve with celery sticks. (Photo: Courtesy Chef Tye)

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Food Is Your Friend - Be sure to provide plenty of food for your guests so that they do not drink on an empty stomach. This can prevent guests from getting drunk faster. (Photo: Courtesy Chef Ty)

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Salty Snacks Don't Help - Not all food is your friend on game day. Consuming too many salty snacks can make people thirsty and drink more. Therefore, be light on the chips and dip. (Photo: Comstock/Getty Images)

Offer Non-Alcoholic Beverages - Not everyone is going for the beer keg on Super Bowl Sunday. Non-alcoholic daiquiris or punches can do the trick to keep options interesting for guests who aren't interested in drinking. (Photo: Carlos Gawronski/Getty Images)

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Offer Non-Alcoholic Beverages - Not everyone is going for the beer keg on Super Bowl Sunday. Non-alcoholic daiquiris or punches can do the trick to keep options interesting for guests who aren't interested in drinking. (Photo: Carlos Gawronski/Getty Images)

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Step Up When Needed - As a host, respect the law of only serving alcohol to guests who are 21 and above. Lastly, if some of your guests have had too much to drink, then drive them home, have them stay over or arrange for a taxi or another sober guest to get them there safely. This one decision can save a life. (Photo: Jacom Stephens/Getty Images)