Kyle Field Gameday: Making the Experience as Safe as Possible
In preparation for the return of Aggie Football and fans to Kyle Field, Texas A&M has established a data-driven capacity plan to comply with Texas Governor Greg Abbott’s Executive Orders No. GA-28 and No. GA-29 that limit the normal operating capacity for outdoor sporting venues and require the use of face coverings.
With careful planning and consideration, this comprehensive plan is designed to safely host events while focusing on the recommended health protocols and risk mitigation tactics for the well-being of student-athletes, fans and staff.
Texas A&M’s capacity plan was developed based on guidance from safety and health officials and includes student sports pass holders and current season ticket holders who make the personal choice to attend games.
as of September 10, 2020. Please check back for updates.
Face Coverings/Masks
- In accordance with Texas A&M and SEC rules, all guests will be required to wear a face covering/mask at all Texas A&M Athletic venues. Like other stadium rules, venue staff and law enforcement will be on site to provide fans assistance with following stadium rules and while striving to provide the best guest experience possible.
- Ushers, entry staff, and security teams will remind guests to wear their masks.
- Failure to wear a mask after a second reminder will result in ejection from the venue.
- Stadium ejections are handled by venue staff in conjunction with law enforcement.
- Click here for more details on the face covering/mask policy at Texas A&M Athletics events.
Social Distancing
- Social distancing will be required in all parts of the stadium.
- Spectators are required to maintain 6 feet of social distancing from other individuals not in the individual's household.
- At times when 6 feet of social distancing is not possible, the use of face coverings will be enforced.
Gate Entry
- Marked guidelines for fans to maintain social distancing.
- Enlarge normal footprint to include more space and greater distance between guests.
- Use of every other gate in the activation tower.
- All tickets will be digitally scanned, guests must hold their own ticket throughout the entry process.
- Hand sanitizer dispensers available at every entry.
- In the event it is necessary, the ticket scanning system will be used to monitor actual attendance. Should the capacity limit be reached, Texas A&M reserves the right to halt the entry process.
Signage
- All entries and high traffic areas will include signage that promotes social distancing and healthy habits.
- Social distancing markers will be used throughout the venue in queuing lines.
Elevators/Escalators
- Only four (4) people will be permitted at a time in all elevators.
- Markers will be placed on the tread of specific escalator stairs to promote social distancing.
12th Man Shop / Barnes & Noble
- 100% cashless experience.
- Plexiglass barriers at all points of sale.
- Social distanced queuing lines.
Restrooms
- Most restrooms have been fitted with automatic flush valves to reduce touch points.
- Designated entry and exit points where possible to reduce gathers and improve traffic flow.
- Doors propped open where possible.
Food & Beverage
- 100% Cashless.
- Plexiglass barriers installed at all points of sale.
- Social distanced queuing lines at traditional concession stands.
- Single-serve condiments replacing condiment carts.
- Strategically place portable bars / food carts to eliminate gathering points.
Suites & Clubs
- Furniture will be arranged in clubs to promote social distancing.
- Additional hand sanitizer dispensers installed in clubs.
- Suite holders will be encouraged to have only “family units” as guests.
Departure
- Required exit through directional signage and ushers verbal direction, the use of all available egress points.
- Establish direct line of egress utilizing stanchions and other means to avoid congregating on the concourse.
Working at Aggie Athletics Events
- All staff, including third party vendors/contractors, will adhere to CDC guidelines.
- Each employee will be provided with personal protective equipment by their employer and required to wear protective face covering.
- Employees designated to hand out items will be required to wear gloves.
- Staff deployment will be modified to help spread out at the entry and exit process.
- Employees will be instructed to stay home if they do not feel well and will have their temperature checked before entry.
Cleaning and Sanitizing
- Pre-Event / Game
- All facilities will be thoroughly cleaned and disinfected prior to the return of any fans or guests.
- Electrostatic cleaning devices and disinfecting sprays will be used to ensure complete sanitation.
- All facilities will be thoroughly cleaned and disinfected prior to the return of any fans or guests.
- During Event / Game
- Added personnel specifically focused on enhanced cleaning procedures to maintain sanitized facility.
- Routine cleaning of frequent touch points (door handles, elevator buttons, escalator handrails, etc.).
- Hand sanitizer stations available near all entrances, escalators and other high traffic areas.
- Hand washing stations available throughout the grounds.
- Added personnel specifically focused on enhanced cleaning procedures to maintain sanitized facility.
- Post Event / Game
- Electrostatic cleaning devices used on all interior spaces.
- Any shared equipment (radios, ticket scanners, etc.) will be sanitized upon return prior to next use.
- Electrostatic cleaning devices used on all interior spaces.
