Dear ESPN,

First of all, I want to welcome you to the “Beer Pong Is Awesome” club, which I myself have been a member of since 2004.

As you are undoubtedly aware, college students have known the awesomeness of beer pong for decades. But, it’s nice to see it finally gaining some much-needed mainstream recognition.

That said, what took you so long?

Beer pong isn’t the next great American pastime. It is the only American pastime.

Better late than never, I suppose.

For the potential converts out there, here’s a helpful guide on how to play:

Go forth and beer pong, my children.