
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Other prohibited items:
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Other prohibited items:
- Outside food, snacks and beverages (cans, bottles and coolers)Â
- Radios without headphonesÂ
- Open umbrellasÂ
- Video cameras, professional cameras or cameras with detachable lensesÂ
- Stadium seats with arms or pocketsÂ
- Weapons of any kind, including pocketknivesÂ
- Selfie sticks, artificial noisemakers
No items can be left or stored at the gates.
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Fans can bring the following items inside Dowdy-Ficklen Stadium, provided they meet the size requirement:
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Fans can bring the following items inside Dowdy-Ficklen Stadium, provided they meet the size requirement:
- Cushions or seats without arms or pocketsÂ
- 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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