Tampa Sports Authority implements policy for all Raymond James Stadium events effective immediately
All fans will be offered a zip-lock style clear bag upon entering stadium parking lots for game one
TAMPA, AUG. 22, 2016 – In adherence with enhanced security measures implemented for all events held at Raymond James Stadium, a clear bag and metal detection screening policy will be in effect for all USF Football home games.
The Tampa Sports Authority has put the new security measures in place effective immediately for all events held at Raymond James Stadium. The enhanced security measures are the same as those that have been in place since 2013 for all Tampa Bay Buccaneers home football games and will now be in place for all events, including the Outback Bowl, the Monster Jam Series and USF Football games.
For USF's 2016 home opener vs. Towson on Sat., Sept. 3, all fans will be offered a zip-lock style clear bag by stadium parking lot attendants as they enter Raymond James Stadium parking lots.
Under the enhanced policy, fans are allowed to carry in no more than one approved clear bag (not to exceed 12”x6”x12”) and up to one small clutch-style bag (not to exceed 4.5”x6.5”). The policy only restricts the type and size of
containers used to carry items, but the list of approved items has not changed.
Fans may still carry usual items such as keys, wallets, makeup, phones, etc., in pockets or jackets in addition to the approved containers that are detailed below.
Patrons with medically necessary items will be screened at specifically
designated gate locations.
Fans entering the stadium may carry the following permissible style and size bag:
• Bags that are clear plastic, vinyl or PVC and do not exceed 12” x 6” x 12.”
• One-gallon (or smaller) clear plastic bag.
• Small clutch bags, approximately the size of a hand
(no larger than 4.5”x6.5”), with or without a handle or strap, may be carried
into the stadium along with one of the clear bag options.
• An exception will be made for medically necessary items after proper
inspection at specific gates designated for this purpose. Fans should
contact the Tampa Sports Authority office 48 hours in advance by calling
813-350-6500 or go to raymondjamesstadium.com to make special
medical needs arrangements.
Additionally, everyone entering the stadium will be subject to metal detection screening for prohibited items.
Prohibited items include, but are not limited to:
• purses larger than a clutch bag
• binocular cases, coolers, briefcases, backpacks, fanny packs or cinch bags
• luggage of any kind
• seat cushions
• computer bags and camera bags or any bag larger than the permissible size
“The Tampa Sports Authority continues to provide a safe and secure environment
for our fans at Raymond James Stadium,” said Eric Hart, President/CEO of the
Tampa Sports Authority, operators of Raymond James Stadium. “The enhanced
security measures are being implemented in cooperation with all our partners
and will continue to put public safety as our top priority.”
USF opens the 2016 on Saturday, Sept. 3 vs. Towson. That game is set for a 7 p.m. kickoff at Raymond James Stadium.
Coming off the program's first bowl appearance in five years, USF returns school season record holders at quarterback, running back and wide receiver and four all-conference selections. The Bulls return 93 percent of an offense that posted school-records of 5,741 yards and 54 offensive touchdowns in 2015. USF also returns seven of its top nine tacklers from a defense that ranked in the Top 25 in the nation in interceptions (14th), turnovers gained (24th) and tackles for loss (13th), and in the top 35 of seven statistical categories.
Season, flex plan and single game tickets are available by call 1-800-GoBulls, visiting USFBullsTix.com or visiting the Sun Dome ticket office during regular business hours.
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