Fan Attendance Protocols from around the AAC
ASHEVILLE, N.C. - The fall sports season is underway in the Appalachian Athletic Conference (AAC), and here is the latest information regarding fan/spectator protocols for each member institution. Fans are encouraged to know these protocols prior to making plans to attend any games at AAC member institutions.
The AAC has developed a comprehensive list of guidelines and procedures to assist in a safe return to play in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Decisions related to allowing spectators are entirely up to the host school and must comply with state and local health authority mandates.
This information is provided as a summary only. Please view the school's individual website or contact the host institution for more specific information and for any updated changes through the seasons.
This information is subject to change at any time.
AAC SPECTATOR POLICIES BY SCHOOL (as of Aug. 24, 2021):
Spectators at indoor events are restricted to Bluefield College fans only. Student-athletes will be permitted 4 guests each who will be admitted by pass list. Bluefield employees and students will be granted access by College ID. All spectators must wear masks.
Fans are allowed. Masks are required for all indoor events.
All indoor and outdoor events are open to the public at 100 percent capacity. Masks are encouraged as is social distancing. (More info)
All fans, both vaccinated and unvaccinated – are required to wear face coverings that cover their nose and mouth while indoors, including while in their seats.
Fans are encouraged to practice physical distancing (6-feet) while in seats from other fans who are not in the same party.
Spectators attending men's and women's soccer matches as well as softball games should follow the guidance for face coverings and physical distancing provided by the state, CDC, and DHEC.
There will be no testing or temperature checks throughout the season; however, the department asks that anyone experiencing symptoms of the Virus refrains from attending competitions. (More info)
Columbia International University (S.C.)
No restrictions and recommend (not required) masks at any indoor competition.
All indoor sports competitors will be required to wear masks inside the facility when not on the court competing.
Both home and visiting fans are encouraged to attend. All spectators will be required to wear masks when indoors.
Outdoor sport competitors are not required to wear masks. Outdoor sport spectators are not required to wear masks and are encouraged to social distance.
Both vaccinated and unvaccinated fans will be required to wear a mask for indoor events. Masks are welcomed for outdoor events but not required. Masks are required for anyone entering our indoor facility for any reason. Fans are encouraged to practice social distancing for both indoor and outdoor events. Johnson will not place capacity restrictions on fan attendance at this time.
Fans are asked to wear masks when indoors. There are no limitations regarding who and how many can attend events, but this policy could be modified if the delta variant becomes stronger.
Spectators from both home and visiting teams are allowed to attend, and tickets can be purchased at the door/gate. All spectators and workers are required to wear a face covering over their mouth and nose while inside McAlister Gymnasium. Players and coaches on the sideline are encouraged to wear masks; however, they are not required to do so. Masks are not required for spectators or visiting teams for outdoor sporting events.
Fan attendance for outdoor and indoor events are permitted. Fans must follow Point University guidelines regarding wearing masks and social distancing, which will be updated periodically throughout the season based on the number of case counts in the community and on campus.
The policy is detailed here.
Venues are open for full capacity, and masks are required for all indoor events.
As we continue to monitor the impact of COVID 19, we have instituted the following polices for fans as they attend TWU Women's/Men's Soccer and Volleyball matches. For events hosted at our Soccer Complex, we are encouraging fans to social distance and wear facial coverings as needed for soccer events. For fans attending volleyball matches in Robb Gymnasium, we are requiring the use of a facial covering to attend the event. Seating will only be available in the bleachers directly across from the team benches. For both soccer and volleyball events, visiting fans will be allowed, and any fans experiencing signs and symptoms of COVID 19 should not attend. Due to the ever-changing environment created by COVID 19, these policies are subject to change. Please check our athletic website, twbulldogs.com, for up-to-date information.
Truett McConnell University (Ga.)
The following COVID—19-related decisions have been made with guidance from the Georgia Department of Public Health and Governor Kemp's Office. This information is fluid and is subject to change at the discretion of TMU's leadership. Please refer to tmbears.com for current policies regarding athletics at TMU and COVID-19.
Cleaning/Sanitizing: TMU's custodial department cleans and sanitizes buildings and gathering locations thoroughly each day. TMU will continue to perform appropriate sanitization across all areas of campus. TMU's custodial staff performs focused sanitization using an electrostatic sprayer, with hospital-grade disinfectant. Locker rooms will be disinfected and sanitized prior to the visiting team's arrival.
Visiting Teams: Prior to departure we strongly suggest teams conduct temperature screening to help mitigate potential issues during travel. Should a member of the visiting travel party develop symptoms prior to or during the competition that person will be directed to the local urgent care for further evaluation. Upon arrival to the TMU Campus all members of the visiting travel party will be required to pass a temperature screen with a threshold limit of 100.4 degrees. TMU Athletics will be providing a barrier between athletes and fans. Athletes will have a separate entrance and exit for indoor sports to ensure there will be no interaction with fans or students. The Sports Medicine department will be providing sealed, sanitized water coolers for each team. Use of the Athletic Training room will not be permitted; however, an Athletic Trainer will be available for any pregame taping needs a minimum of 1 hour prior to game time.
Fan Policy: TMU athletics will allow fans at all indoor and outdoor athletic events on campus. Mask will be encouraged but not required. TMU asks that all fans practice social distancing. Fans are encouraged to bring lawn chairs to all outdoor events in order to social distance. At no point in time will fans be permitted in the competition area at any venue. All TMU Athletic venues will not be available until 1 hour prior to competition start. By entering TMUs campus, fans are confirming that they are not experiencing any symptoms of COVID-19 identified by the CDC and have not been in close contact with someone who has tested positive for COVID-19 in the past 14 days.
Game Days Stats: Stats will be provided digitally at half-time for the sports of M/W Soccer, Lacrosse and M/W Basketball. Immediately following the conclusion of the contest, stats will be provided digitally for the sports of M/W Soccer, M/W Basketball, M/W Volleyball, Softball, Baseball, and Lacrosse..
Fans – home and visiting – are permitted to attend all events on the Union campus. Masks are required for all indoor events and for all outdoor events where social distancing cannot be maintained.