Redskins’ playoff appearance benefits local businesses

The Redskins’ Sunday playoff appearance marked the first time in three years the team reached the postseason.

For fans it’s surely a good thing, but local businesses also see a benefit.

Linda Dodson, a cashier at Salisbury beer distributor ‘Wetcher Whistler’, tells 47 ABC, “During the playoffs we see a boost also, especially if it is a team like the Redskins or the Ravens,”

“Football season is probably number one far as not only customer rating but also the amount of volume we see come in.”, Said AJ Davidson, the head server at The Greene Turtle’s Salisbury location.

Davidson tells 47 ABC that on football Sundays the sports bar sees a spike in burgers, wings, and beer sales. He tells us that the excitement and atmosphere created by customers keeps them around longer, in turn helping business beyond the season.

“You really get to connect with your guests and make sure that you’re creating a bond so that not only are they enjoying their experience while they’re here, but they’re enjoying their experience so much that they want to come back later when it’s not a playoff game,”

The impact football has on businesses isn’t limited to the bar scene on Sundays. Cashier Linda Dodson tells us that many of those who create the experience elsewhere spend money at Wetcher Whistle, not just on Sundays but Mondays and Thursdays also.

“Normally anytime, especially after 5, our business on Mondays and Thursdays, or even during the day somewhat are higher than non-football days,” Said Dodson.

There was quite a bit on the line for the Redskins and Packers in Sunday’s game. There were also a few things on the line for Governor Larry Hogan and Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker.

In a friendly wager, Governor Hogan bet one bushel of Maryland blue crabs and a case of Flying Dog beer to Governor Walker’s Wisconsin cheese and sausage, Andes candies, and Leinenkugel beer.