Texas Tech University Athletics
Clear Bag Policy in Effect for Basketball Season
November 03, 2016 | Men's Basketball, Women's Basketball
Bag policy limits the size and type of bags entering all Texas Tech venues
LUBBOCK, Texas – With the start of the 2016-17 Red and Lady Raider Basketball seasons just around the corner, Texas Tech Athletics reminds fans of the new clear bag policy that is in effect at all Texas Tech home events. The new policy provides a safer atmosphere for all fans as well as significantly speed up the entry process into all venues.
The new clear bag policy will limit the size and type of bags that may be brought into any Texas Tech athletic venue. Fans will be able to bring the following style and size bag, package or container into the venue:
- Bags that are clear plastic, vinyl or PVC and do not exceed 12" x 6" x 12." (Official Texas Tech team logo clear plastic tote bags will be available through The Matador and United Supermarkets).
- One-gallon clear plastic freezer bag (Ziploc bag or similar).
- Small clutch bags, approximately the size of a hand, with or without a handle or strap can be taken into the venue with one of the clear plastic bags.
- An exception will be made for medically necessary items after proper inspection.
The following items will be prohibited from entering any Texas Tech athletic venue: purses larger than a clutch bag, coolers, briefcases, backpacks, fanny packs, cinch bags, non-approved seat cushions and chairbacks*, luggage of any kind, computer bags, camera bags, diaper bags or binocular cases.
The new bag policy is intended to allow fans to enjoy pregame activities in the approved tailgate areas and then enter the venue at a much smoother pace. Texas Tech Athletics will continue to allow items such as binoculars, cameras (no long lenses) and smart phones into its venues.Texas Tech Men's Basketball kicks off their season on Friday, Nov. 4, with a exhibition game against Missouri Western State at 7:30 p.m. The Lady Raiders begin the season hosting Midwestern State for an exhibition game on Sunday, Nov. 6, at 2 p.m.
* Non-approved seat cushions and chairbacks include large traditional seat cushions that have pockets, zippers, compartments or covers. Seat cushions and chairbacks must be 16" or less in width.
