ALFRED, NY – Alfred University Athletics, in accordance to state, Empire 8 Conference, and Alfred University guidance, will allow a limited number of fans to attend outdoor events for the spring semester, beginning this Friday, April 2.
 
"We are very happy that New York State has provided these opportunities for our student-athlete's families, as well as our campus community, to cheer on our Saxons in person throughout the rest of the spring seasons for upcoming outdoor events in a safe manner," said Director of Athletics Paul Vecchio. "It's hopefully a further sign that we are moving towards normalcy at our athletic events in the near future and we can soon have our facilities packed again cheering on the Purple and Gold."
 
Excerpt from press release from Governor Cuomo's office released March 30, 2021: Small-scale college venues that host intercollegiate, intramural, or club sports can host spectators at either two fans per player, or the social gathering limit of 100 attendees indoors or 200 attendees outdoors. However, if the school or venue require all attendees to present proof of a recent negative test result or completed immunization prior to entry, capacity can increase up to 150 attendees indoors or 500 attendees outdoors. Maximum occupancy limit of 50 percent remains in effect, pursuant to the state guidance for sports and recreational activities.
 
Read the Governor's full release here.
 
 
Spring 2021 Spectator policy

Spectators will be permitted at lacrosse, soccer, softball, and tennis events only. Spectators at all AU sporting events must also adhere to strict health protocols including social distancing and face coverings at all times while in our venues. Visiting fans and those not on student-athlete will call lists are NOT allowed to attend Alfred University events at this time.
 
Yunevich Stadium (lacrosse, soccer):
 

• Attendance at Yunevich Stadium will be limited to 200 guests, in accordance to New York State guidelines. Participating Alfred University student-athletes will be allowed to bring up to two guests each- and those guests must be on their team's complementary ticket list prior to the event. All guest on this list must provide valid ID to enter the venue.

 

• Alfred University students, faculty, and staff are also invited to attend with valid school ID. Guests will enter through the main gate on Clark Way and check in at the ticket booth, before being directed to the appropriate spot to sit.

 

• AU Students staff & faculty will sit in the visitor stands, while those on the complementary ticket list will be directed to the home stands. Fans must stay in these areas during throughout the duration of the game

 
Doris Harrington Field (softball):
 

• Guests of student-athletes on the complementary ticket list, as well as AU students, staff/faculty will be directed to sit in the appropriate outfield bleacher seats. Fans will be encouraged to enter from the McLane Center parking lot and enter the softball diamond from the pathway near right field between the bridge and tennis courts.  

 

• Fans will not be allowed to congregate in the space between the field of play and the Harrington press box, on the first/third baseline near dugouts, or behind home plate.

 
William T. Brown Tennis Courts (tennis):
 

• For tennis events at the William T. Brown Tennis Courts, spectators are encouraged to safely distance themselves along the fence near the hill.