{"id":112696,"date":"2020-11-09T10:00:54","date_gmt":"2020-11-09T15:00:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/news\/?p=112696"},"modified":"2024-02-09T11:55:37","modified_gmt":"2024-02-09T16:55:37","slug":"what-fans-need-to-know-for-ucfs-2020-football-season","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ucf.edu\/news\/what-fans-need-to-know-for-ucfs-2020-football-season\/","title":{"rendered":"What Fans Need to Know for UCF’s 2020 Football Season"},"content":{"rendered":"

Before the Knights square off for back to back home games against Temple and Cincinnati, fans should be aware of several changes that have been implemented at the Bounce House \u2014 the new name for UCF\u2019s on-campus stadium \u2014 due to COVID-19<\/a>.<\/p>\n

UCF Athletics<\/a> is working with university leadership, the American Athletic Conference, the NCAA and public health officials on a return to competition this fall that prioritizes the health and well-being of all involved. These and other precautions undertaken are consistent with the guidance of Orange County and the State of Florida.<\/p>\n

UCF Athletics\u2019 A to Z guide has the most up-to-date information regarding the football season. Some of the key changes are outlined below regarding what to expect for home games this season.<\/p>\n

Can fans attend games?<\/strong>
\nAfter meetings between UCF Athletics, Florida Department of Health officials in Orange County, and university administration, it has been determined that stadium capacity will be reduced to 25 percent of the normal 44,206 capacity at the Bounce House for the first home versus Tulsa. Officials will monitor the situation to determine if capacity limits can be increased during the season.<\/p>\n

A limited number of ticket packages and single-game ticket options are still available for UCF football games, and can be purchased online. All seating within each zone is general admission, with a maximum occupancy of 25 percent for each section.<\/p>\n

Can students attend games?<\/strong>
\nThe 12,000-seat student section has been reduced to 25 percent capacity (3,000 students) for the start of the season. Tickets are available via a lottery process. For details about the lottery system click here.<\/p>\n

Students should not arrive before gates open to stand in line.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Students should not arrive before gates open to stand in line. Unlike previous years, student lottery winners will arrive to the stadium with a guaranteed ticket to the game.<\/p>\n

For the 2020 season, the Knightmare student section will only be in the north end zone, but it has been expanded into additional sections. Students will be required to enter Gates 6-9.<\/p>\n

Students will be required to have their mobile ticket and a valid student I.D. to enter the Bounce House. Once in the stadium, students will be able to select a seat in any of the designated student sections (116-123 or 216-224), but each section will be limited to 25 percent of its capacity.<\/p>\n

Do I need to wear a face covering to attend a game?<\/strong>
\nAll fans will be required to wear coverings at all times due to COVID-19 except for when they are eating or drinking in their seats or designated tables on the concourse. Physical distancing is strongly encouraged in seating and common areas.<\/p>\n

Consider Armoring Up with an exclusive UCF face covering from Knight-owned business Rock \u2019Em Socks. Proceeds benefit the UCF Student Emergency Fund.<\/p>\n

Do I have to sit by myself?<\/strong>
\nYou may choose to sit next to roommates, family members or friends with whom you are regularly in close contact as long as your tickets are in the same zone and occupancy levels for that section have not reached capacity.<\/p>\n

I\u2019m attending a game. How do I know where to enter the stadium?<\/strong>
\nAll tickets will be digital beginning in 2020. Fans will be required to enter at the assigned gate listed on their mobile ticket, and a clear-bag policy is in effect.<\/p>\n

Ticket-holders will access tickets through the UCF Knights app (supported on Apple and Android devices) and available for download via the App Store (Apple) and Google Play (Android). Tickets also will be available to download and save on your digital wallets. Tickets also are accessible through your phone\u2019s mobile web browser at UCFKnights.com\/DigitalTix.<\/p>\n

To expedite entry and ensure the best possible game day experience, fans should download their tickets prior to arrival and save to their phone\u2019s digital wallet through Apple Wallet or Google Pay.<\/p>\n

Can I buy tickets for away games?<\/strong>
\nThere is no expectation for sales of any tickets to away games due to limited capacities at all venues. Fans interested in attending games at other stadiums will need to either purchase tickets directly through the home team\u2019s ticket office or through the secondary market.<\/p>\n

What is UCF\u2019s schedule?<\/strong>
\nFor a complete schedule, visit: ucfknights.com\/sports\/football\/schedule.<\/p>\n

What changes have been made to pregame activities?<\/strong>
\nIOA Plaza pregame festivities will be limited in 2020. We look forward to all festivities returning in 2021.<\/p>\n

What will be taking place:<\/p>\n