A limited number of fans who already have tickets will be allowed into the UTEP men's basketball games Friday and Saturday against Rice.
UTEP has indicated "between 7 and 10 percent" of the Haskins Center will be filled with season-ticket holders, indicating between 700 and 1,000 fans. They will be the first fans allowed into a game this year.
"We're excited to welcome fans back to the Haskins Center as we tip off the home portion of our Conference USA schedule against a long-time Texas rival," UTEP athletic director Jim Senter said. "Remember, Miners Take Care of Miners.