Is the “Cuffing Schedule” the Secret to Finding Love in Shreveport?

Let's be real, if you've been on the dating apps in Shreveport, you've probably seen the same three people a dozen times. Blind dates are a thing of the past, and most of us are too terrified of ending up on a Tea App or "Are We Dating the Same Guy?" to even try. With all the "relationship experts" and dating coaches out there, how are we supposed to treat dating like a part-time job and actually find love in the Ark-La-Tex?

It’s already hard enough to navigate the dating world without having to worry if your best friend has already been on a date with the person you’re talking to. Someone once told me, "I don't know what's worse, the job opportunities or the dating pool in Shreveport." Clearly, they haven't seen all the "Help Wanted" signs around town. Dating is rough, and in Shreveport-Bossier, it feels even tougher. We have so much access to communication, yet there's more room for miscommunication than ever. Why are we using our phones to read between the lines?

There's a Dating Schedule That Can Lead You to Love

Every year, the trusty "Cuffing Schedule" makes its rounds, and that's when most of us realize we've gotten lazy about dating. While we love seeing people get creative, there's a certain genius to this tried-and-true dating timeline.

Here's how it works:

Scouting: August 1st - August 31st

Drafting: September 1st - September 30th

Tryouts: October 1st - October 31st

Preseason: November 1st - November 30th

Cuffing Season: December 1st - January 15th

Playoffs: January 16th - February 13th

Championship Game: February 14th

The goal is to make it to the "Championship Game"—the ultimate win of being in a committed relationship by Valentine's Day. If your goal is to lock down a relationship before the holidays, many people swear by this schedule.

Have you ever tried the Cuffing Schedule? Did it work for you?