UA Gives Pointers For Ticketholders Ahead Of High-Security Game

TUSCALOOSA, AL — University of Alabama Athletics says Saturday's entry and screening process at Saban Field at Bryant-Denny Stadium will differ in some ways due to the heightened security for former President Donald Trump's visit.

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UA says ticketholders are highly encouraged to be in line for entry no later than 5 p.m. to help accommodate the screening process.

Gates will open at 4 p.m. — two and a half hours before kickoff.

Before arriving, ticketholders are also asked to familiarize themselves with the updated stadium map. UA says this illustrates specific designated security checkpoints for seating areas.

Additionally, UA suggests downloading tickets to mobile devices as soon as possible to avoid any delays.

During the screening process for entry into the stadium, shoes and belts can remain on but fans should also be prepared to remove all items from their pockets and any pinned-on buttons or larger jewelry, similar to when passing through airport security, before entering.

Those who set off the metal detector will be pulled to the side and metal-detecting wand used to check for banned items.

Lastly, ticketholders are permitted to bring in empty cups on Saturday, with the prohibited items list remaining the same for the Georgia game.

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