Bags to be prohibited from several U-M sports events

November 8, 2001
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ANN ARBOR—Bags of all sizes no longer will be allowed in University of Michigan’s Yost and Crisler arenas for hockey and women’s and men’s basketball games beginning this weekend (Nov. 9). This includes, but is not limited to, purses, fanny packs, backpacks, diaper bags, camera bags and binoculars cases.

This announcement from the U-M Athletic Department and the U-M Department of Public Safety follows a similar statement released Nov. 2 for football games at Michigan Stadium. Exceptions for medical reasons will be addressed individually at the arena doors or stadium gates.

“We are continuing to look at ways to ensure the safety and security of all spectators, players, and staff at our sporting events,” said Bill Bess, director of the Department of Public Safety. “During this time of heightened security awareness throughout our country, we must do everything we can to assist our community. By prohibiting certain items from access to our larger sporting venues, our officers can concentrate their efforts on other security measures.

“We appreciate the spirit of cooperation that our fans have exhibited with increased security steps at this season’s football games, and look forward to that support continuing. We apologize for any inconvenience these new procedures may incur.”

Additional prohibited items at Crisler and Yost arenas are the same as those traditionally excluded at U-M football games.

Prohibited items:

  • Bags of any size—includes purses, fanny packs, backpacks, binoculars cases, camera bags, diaper bags.
  • Containers of any kind—includes aerosol and spray cans.
  • Alcoholic beverages.
  • Coolers, thermoses, cups, bottles, cans, flasks.
  • Food of any kind.
  • Camcorders and tripods.
  • Umbrellas and seat backs.
  • Flags and flagpoles.
  • Strollers.
  • Weapons.

Permitted items:

  • Binoculars—but leave your case at home.
  • Pagers and cell phones.
  • Clear, sealed water bottles.
  • Small cameras and radios.


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