GUESTS WITH DISABILITIES: The Stadium is accessible to all guests and features accessible seating in sections E101, E105, E106, W114, W117, N121, N122, E205, E206, E207, E208, W211, W212, W217, Loge Level and Suites. ADA parking is available on the first level of the Red Garage located on the corner of 49th Street and Bluestone Ave. To obtain more detailed information regarding our services for guests with disabilities, you may contact the Box Office at (757) 683.4444.

ALCOHOL POLICY: Outside alcoholic beverages or containers of any kind are NOT permitted inside the stadium. Persons identified with alcohol will be asked to leave the premises. Guests appearing intoxicated will be subject to ejection and turned over to police.

ANIMALS: Animals are not permitted in or on stadium grounds, with the exception of trained service animals for our fans with disabilities.

BABY CHANGING STATION: All family restrooms are equipped with a baby changing station. Changing stations are also located on the east and west side of the stadium in the restrooms.

BAG CHECKS: All bags will be inspected prior to entrance to Kornblau Field at S.B. Ballard Stadium. Clear bag policy in effect.

BANNERS / SIGNS / FLAGS: Handheld banners/signs are approved as long as they represent good sportsmanship and do not block the view of others. Flags are approved, however, flag poles are not allowed and flags cannot block the view of others.

CAMERAS: Still cameras and mobile phones with lenses less than six inches are allowed, however flash photography and stands/tripods are prohibited. Videos cameras are not allowed in the stadium.

CONCESSIONS: ARAMARK is the concessionaire for games at the stadium. Points of sale locations are located behind the east and west sides of the stadium. All food and beverage transactions are cashless

DRONE USE: FAA regulations prohibit the operation of unmanned aerial vehicles, a.k.a. drones, in the immediate vicinity of Kornblau Field at S.B. Ballard Stadium during game days.

EMERGENCIES AND EVACUATION PROCEDURES: In the event of a serious emergency, all Event Staff, Ushers, and Law Enforcement are available to assist guests, including those with disabilities. Information will also be provided over the public address system and on the videoboard. In the event of an evacuation due to severe weather, please tune to 94.1 FM for updates.

FIRST AID: If medical assistance is required, notify the nearest Event Staff person. They will escort you to the nearest Bon Secours First Aid station. The facilities are fully equipped to handle all minor injuries. First Aid stations are location on the ground level near sections E107 and W110 and on the first floor of the Atlantic Bay Football Complex building.

FAN BEHAVIOR: Individuals attending athletic events at Old Dominion University are expected to conduct themselves in a manner respectable of the nature and character of the University. Persons acting in a disruptive, disrespectful, or disorderly manner may be asked to leave the premises or be subject to criminal sanctions. Students may also be subject to sanctions of the University’s Code of Student Conduct.   

Old Dominion University offers an in-stadium, fan assistance program at football games to assist fans in alerting game management on a variety of concerns ranging from ticket and medical emergencies to inappropriate language. Fans should report their concerns to the nearest usher or a member of the game management staff. A member of the game management staff will respond to the message immediately.

GATE OPENINGS: The South Gate will open two hours prior to game time for Suite and Loge Level ticket holders. Entrance to the Priority Automotive Club will begin 90 minutes prior to game time. All other gates will be open 90 minutes prior to game time for all ticket holders.

INCLEMENT WEATHER AND CLOSURE: Decisions on whether to cancel athletic events will be made by the Director of Athletics or the designated athletic administrator in accordance with NCAA Guidelines and any conference guidelines in coordination with the opposing head coach and team. Announcements will be made on the Athletic Department website at ODUsports.com, media outlets throughout Hampton Roads, and social media. Every attempt will be made to conduct an athletic event, barring any unsafe local, or regional conditions especially if the visiting opponent has arrived at the athletic venue or is in the city limits.

LOST AND FOUND: All Lost and Found items are to be turned into the Guest Services tent located at the southeast corner of the stadium, near section E108.

MERCHANDISE: Official Monarch gear can be purchased at the University Village Bookstore, operated by Follett, on game day in store or online; as well as at both Monarch Shops inside the S.B. Ballard Stadium. Sales tents will be located in the Kaufman Mall. Please visit the bookstore's website, ShopODU.com for additional hours and location information.

MERCHANDISE LICENSING REGULATIONS: Any non-Follett vendor that is selling merchandise on the campus will be served with a cease and desist letter, will have their merchandise seized and be asked to leave the campus by University Police. Any vendor that is selling merchandise off the ODU campus should have the appropriate peddler’s license from the City of Norfolk. The Norfolk Police Department will patrol the outlying areas of campus to make sure vendors have the appropriate license. Any vendors without a license will be written a citation by the Norfolk Police. Only merchandise items bearing the CLC approved hologram emblem on the tag are official ODU licensed items. If an item does not have this hologram, it is not an Old Dominion University authorized item. If interested in becoming an ODU licensed vendor to sell merchandise off campus, please visit ODU.edu/licensing.

PLAYING FIELD: Guests do not have access to the playing field at any time. VIOLATORS ARE SUBJECT TO ARREST AND MAY BE PROSECUTED.

RESTROOM FACILITIES: Restroom facilities are located on the east and west sides of the stadium and in the Atlantic Bay Football Complex.

SOLICITATION: The selling and/or distribution of any item by anyone other than University authorized personnel in and around Kornblau Field at S.B. Ballard Stadium and the ODU campus, including parking lots, is prohibited. Violators are subject to prosecution.

SMOKING: Smoking is not permitted in the seating areas, plaza/concourse, or restrooms.

STADIUM RE-ENTRY: Re-entry to stadium is prohibited.

CLUB / SUITE WRISTBAND POLICY: All Suite, Priority Automotive Club, and Loge Level ticket holders should always wear their designated wristbands securely on their wrist while within the stadium. Wristbands that serve as tickets must be securely fastened to the wrist prior to entering the stadium gates.

 

ITEMS NOT PERMITTED INSIDE STADIUM

• Outside Alcoholic beverages or illegal drugs

• Backpacks or large bags

• Glass bottles or aluminum cans

• Coolers or containers

• Fireworks, firearms, or other weapons

• Beach balls and other inflatables

• Outside food and beverage

• Skateboards or rollerblades

• Water bottles or mugs

• Items that can be thrown such as balls or Frisbees

• Stadium Seats

• Umbrellas

NOISE MAKERS NOT PERMITTED

• Cowbells   • Horns   • Whistles

• Drums   • Megaphones

APPROVED NOISE MAKERS

• Thunder sticks • Balloons

• Fan clappers • Rollabana