Texas Tech University Athletics
Clear Bag Policy in Effect for Softball Season
February 28, 2017 | Softball
Bag policy limits the size and type of bags entering all Texas Tech venues
LUBBOCK, Texas – With the start of the 2017 Red Raider Softball season just around the corner, Texas Tech Athletics reminds fans of the clear bag policy that is in effect at all Texas Tech home events. The policy provides a safer atmosphere for all fans as well as significantly speed up the entry process into all venues.
The 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:
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 Softball kicks off its home slate this weekend, March 3-5 with the Texas Tech Invitational, featuring Wichita State, North Texas and UTEP. The Red Raiders open play Friday as they take on UTEP at 4 p.m. and Wichita State at 6:30 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.
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The 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 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 Softball kicks off its home slate this weekend, March 3-5 with the Texas Tech Invitational, featuring Wichita State, North Texas and UTEP. The Red Raiders open play Friday as they take on UTEP at 4 p.m. and Wichita State at 6:30 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.
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