On Wednesday, both the men’s and women’s basketball seasons will tip off, with the men facing Morehead State at Rupp Arena and the women hosting Murray State in Memorial Coliseum. Due to COVID-19, both venues will be limited to 15% capacity with many new game-day protocols in place to provide the healthiest game-day experience for all involved. Here’s a rundown of what you need to know if you’re going to a game at Rupp or Memorial this season.
First off, the entrance to Rupp has moved to High Street due to construction at the arena and Central Bank Center (the two are no longer connected)
Tickets/Entering Rupp Arena and Memorial Coliseum
- Mobile ticketing and parking passes to reduce contact between staff and fans
- Fans are strongly encouraged to save mobile tickets and parking passes in their smartphone’s digital wallet prior to arriving at Rupp Arena/Memorial Coliseum
- Event staff will be available to assist with mobile ticketing upon entry
- Doors will open 90 minutes prior to tipoff
- Ticket holders are encouraged to arrive early
- Physical distancing reminders will be visible in points of entry to allow the proper distance between fans
- New this season for basketball, bags of any sort are strongly discouraged and only 12x6x12 or smaller clear bags will be permitted (see UK Clear Bag Policy)
Inside Rupp Arena and Memorial Coliseum
- Face coverings will be required for all fans at all times with the exception of when fans are actively eating or drinking while sitting in their seats
- Face coverings should fit snugly but comfortably, cover the mouth and nose, and be made of multiple layers of fabric
- Enhanced cleaning and sanitization procedures will be in place throughout the venue prior to and during all events
- Fans are required to keep the proper physical distance
- Fans must sit only in their assigned seat.