ECU Implements New Bag Policy For Dowdy-Ficklen Stadium
July 12, 2019 | General
GREENVILLE, N.C. -- In order to enhance safety and expedite fan entry at Dowdy-Ficklen Stadium, beginning in September 2019, East Carolina University is implementing new safety policies for fans bringing bags into the stadium.
Only one clear plastic bag no larger than 12 inches by 6 inches by 12 inches or a one-gallon, clear, resealable plastic storage bag per person will be permitted. Fans will also be allowed a small clutch purse not to exceed 4.5 inches by 6.5 inches.
The ECU Athletics Department will provide all football season ticket holders with one complimentary bag per household. The bags will be mailed to season ticket holders in mid-August. Fans interested in purchasing an approved clear bag may visit the Dowdy Student Stores in the ECU Main Student Center as well as other area retailers.
No other bags will be allowed inside Dowdy-Ficklen Stadium. All items, including clear bags and clutch purses, are subject to search at the gates.
Other prohibited items:
Only one clear plastic bag no larger than 12 inches by 6 inches by 12 inches or a one-gallon, clear, resealable plastic storage bag per person will be permitted. Fans will also be allowed a small clutch purse not to exceed 4.5 inches by 6.5 inches.
The ECU Athletics Department will provide all football season ticket holders with one complimentary bag per household. The bags will be mailed to season ticket holders in mid-August. Fans interested in purchasing an approved clear bag may visit the Dowdy Student Stores in the ECU Main Student Center as well as other area retailers.
No other bags will be allowed inside Dowdy-Ficklen Stadium. All items, including clear bags and clutch purses, are subject to search at the gates.
Other prohibited items:
- Outside food, snacks and beverages (cans, bottles and coolers)
- Radios without headphones
- Open umbrellas
- Video cameras, professional cameras or cameras with detachable lenses
- Stadium seats with arms or pockets
- Weapons of any kind, including pocketknives
- Selfie sticks, artificial noisemakers
No items can be left or stored at the gates.
Fans can bring the following items inside Dowdy-Ficklen Stadium, provided they meet the size requirement:
Fans can bring the following items inside Dowdy-Ficklen Stadium, provided they meet the size requirement:
- Cushions or seats without arms or pockets
- Small bags with medically necessary items, subject to search (note: diapers and non-medically necessary items for babies and young children must be carried in a clear bag)
- Small cameras, cell phones and binoculars
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