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Alcohol Policy
Again this year, state laws regarding use and possession of alcohol will be enforced on campus and on nearby city streets, sidewalks and parks. Both Cheney Police and EWU Police will issue citations or make arrests for violations of the laws prohibiting open containers of alcohol in public areas, including university parking lots. Persons engaging in underage drinking, public indecency, disorderly conduct and other violations are also subject to arrest. This policy will be in effect from the first game.
In the interests of safety, sportsmanship, and consistency, we will not overlook behavior on game days that would not be tolerated at other times.
Animals
Service animals or those in training for guests with disabilities are allowed in the facility. All other animals are prohibited.
Automated Teller Machine (ATM) locations
There is not a ATM located at Woodward Field. The closest locations are just inside the main entrance to the phase I building just south of Woodward Field. There is also an ATM located in the Pence Union Building on the east side of Washington St. across from the Woodward Field.
Bags, Containers and Coolers
Shall be small enough to fit completely under one seat, and shall be so kept at all times to maintain clear aisles, walkways, and stairs. Hard sided bags, suitcases, coolers, or other similar devises are prohibited.
Band
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The Eagle Pep Band is one of the most exciting and vital organizations on campus. The EWU Pep Band is the focal point of pride and enthusiasm for support of the Eastern Eagle Football Team (NCAA Division I FCS in the Big Sky Conference). This highly visible group performs at all home games, selected away games and other events on campus. They have performed around the Northwest, at half-time shows for the Seattle Seahawks NFL team and for teams in the Canadian Football League. The Eagle Pep Band performs at select EWU home football, men’s/women’s basketball and volleyball games.
Banners and signs
Hand held banners are permitted if they are in good taste, contain no profanity or derogatory statements, and do not block the view of other patrons.
Barbeques
In accordance with state fire codes, the University will be enforcing existing regulations regarding open fires in parking areas.
· Propane Grills may only be used in surface parking lots.
· Charcoal Grills are not permitted.
· No open flames
Beverage Containers
Glass and metal beverage containers are prohibited. This rule does not apply to personal canteens or thermos bottles, which are one liter or less in size. Beverage containers (especially glass and metal) can: hide and store alcohol; shatter or break, which can result in sharp edges and/or piercing places; and/or become dangerous missiles, threatening the safety of spectators, participants and officials.
The Book Store
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The University Bookstore will be open from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. The Book Store is located east of Woodward Field in the Pence Union Building at 152 Pence Union Blvd. (509) 359-2542.
Bota Bags
Bota bags are prohibited. They can be used to store and hide alcohol.
Broadcasts
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Cameras
Hand held photography cameras for personal use are allowed at all athletic facilities.
Camcorders
Videotaping equipment is not allowed in the stadium without written permission from the EWU Athletic Department. To obtain permission, patrons should call the Athletic Department 509-359-2463.
Code of Conduct
It is the goal of the EWU Public Safety Department and Athletics Event Management to provide a safe, enjoyable, and positive environment for all participants and fans. Safety and security policies have been established to benefit everyone entering Woodward Field. Please help us maintain a FUN and SAFE environment for players, students, families, and all patrons by complying with all stadium policies. EWU, along with the NCAA and Big Sky Conference, has assigned a high priority to assuring athletic events are conducted in a safe and enjoyable atmosphere that promotes good sportsmanship by student-athletes, coaches, and spectators. We request your cooperation by supporting the participants and officials in a positive manner. Profanity, racial, sexist, or other abusive comments or actions directed at officials, student-athletes, coaches, team representatives, or other stadium patrons will not be tolerated and are grounds for removal from the site of competition.
Comments and Concerns
Event Management/Facilities - 509-359-6207
Marketing/Promotions - 509-359-6380
Athletics Tickets - 1-866-4GO-EAGS
Concessions
Concession stands are located in the south corner of Woodward Field next to the Main Entrance and in the Northwest Corner just behind the pressbox.
Containers and coolers
Glass and metal beverage containers are prohibited. This rule does not apply to personal canteens or thermos bottles, which are one liter or less in size. Beverage containers (especially glass and metal) can: hide and store alcohol; shatter or break, which can result in sharp edges and/or piercing places; and/or become dangerous missiles, threatening the safety of spectators, participants and officials
Driving Directions
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Disabled Guests
Seating for those who are physically impaired is available in the top rows of Sections B, E, H, I, J, K, N, 01, 02, P, Q. All seating for physically impaired patrons is sold on a RESERVED TICKET BASIS ONLY. If a patron has not ordered special tickets in advance, the ticket office will exchange their tickets if space is available. Physically impaired patrons are encouraged to notify the ticket office in advance for special seating accommodations at 509-359-4339. Disabled patrons with proper vehicle identification may park on a space available basis in EWU parking lots on game day. Look for lots displaying the international disability logo. Parking attendants can direct you to specific locations. For more information call 509-359-4339 or 1-866-4GO-EAGS.
Drinking Fountains
Drinking fountains can be found outside of the restrooms located at the south end of Woodward Field and the west concourse just behind the pressbox.
Eagle Gear
See Red. Be Red. The University Bookstore is open before games. Call 359-2542 for hours. Be sure to get your gear or click here to find Eagle Gear right now: www.bookstore.ewu.edu
Eagle Ambassadors also offer a selection of EWU apparel at games on the field level.
Emergencies and Evacuation Procedures
Evacuation routes will be determined by Public Safety Personnel (Police, Fire, Event Management). Stay calm, poised, and follow the direction of the Public Address Announcer and the nearest event management personnel.
Emergency Phone calls
For any emergency occurring on campus, dial 911 for ambulance, police or fire service. If you are calling from a non-campus phone, dial (509) 359-6300.
EMT's
First Aid Responders are located on the East side of Woodward Field. These individuals will be wearing EMT clothing with identifying symbols. If someone is in need of a emergency responder, please find the nearest section leader and they contact proper authority.
Entry Search
Management must rely on communication with and cooperation of the spectator. All Patrons may be asked to open bags, etc. If a patron does not cooperate with the search they may be denied entry.
Exit and Re-Entry
Exit and re-entry may only take place during half-time. If patrons leave the stadium for any reason during the course of the game (besides halftime), they will not receive FREE entrance into Woodward Field. Students must present their Eagle Card when re-entering. Patrons most keep their ticket stub for re-entry into Woodward Field.
Field Access
Credential requests must be made 48 hours in advance of Eagle football games. Unless otherwise requested, credentials will be issued through the "Will Call" window outside the upper entrance (behind the pressbox).
Fight Song
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Go, Eagles, Go
Put all you have in every play
We'll let you know
That we are with you all the way
So then it's fight, Eagles, fight,
Show us the fight we'd like to see
Red and white just fight, fight, fight
And Eagles will win the victory!!
E-A-S-T-E-R-N
EASTERN EAGLES GO! FIGHT! WIN!
(Repeat Fight Song)
Football Home Page
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Gates
Gates will open (1 1/2 hours) prior to scheduled game times. Tickets are honored at the following gates:
• Lower Entrance
• Upper Entrance
Students can enter at either gate with their Eagle Card.
Kids' Zone
The Kids' Zone provides fun, games, and activities for children. These include a football toss, temporary tattoos, chances to win prizes, and the opportunity to have your picture taken with Swoop. Located inside the Upper Entrance. In the event of inclement weather, the Kidz Zone may be cancelled.
Lost Children
Please report lost children to the nearest usher or ticket taker. A Public Announcement may be made in the case of an emergency.
Lost and Found
Lost and Found can be turned in and/or claimed at the Guest Services locations. These locations are open two (2) hours prior to scheduled game times and close 30 minutes after the completion of the game. Articles may also be picked up in Phase II after the Guest Services locations close. Please call 509-359-6207 for further information.
Maps
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Media Guide
All Media Guides can be viewed electronically here.
Merchandise
Official game day merchandise is available pre-game at the University Bookstore and inside Woodward Field behind the pressbox during the game.
Noisemakers
Artificial noisemaking devices are prohibited. In addition to confiscation, violators may be subject to removal from the event site.
Parking
General parking is available in the upper west lot (P12), lower lot (P9), and on the street. $3/Students, $5/Cars, $30/RV's. Lots open Four (4) hours before kickoff. RV Parking spot reservation for all 5 home games at Wooward Field - Only $125
Pence Union Building
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Conveniently located across the street of Woodward Field, the Pence Union Building offers restrooms, a convenience store, games area, food and beverages and much more. (509) 359-7921
Playing Surface
Woodward Field has a natural grass playing field.
Post Game Red Zone
Join fellow alumni, fans, and friends for the official post game celebration as downtown Cheney turns into the Red Zone. Downtown establishments offer discount food and beverage specials.
Programs
Programs are available at both the upper and lower entrances of Woodward Field on game day. Programs are FREE.
Prohibited Items/Safety Policies
The following policies have been developed with spectator and participant safety in mind. Failure to abide by the following policies may result in ejection and/or legal proceedings.
Prohibited Items:
Alcohol
Metal or glass containers (personal thermos of 1 liter or less in size are OK)
Bota Bags
Fireworks/Weapons
Artificial Noisemakers (horns, whistles, etc.)
Hard sided bags, suitcases, coolers
Large bags (all soft sided bags must be able to fit under your seat)
Video Cameras (to obtain permission to videotape, call 509-359-2463)
Safety Policies
Our staff will proactively intervene to support an environment where guests can enjoy the Eagle Football experience free from unacceptable behavior, including the following:
No Smoking in the seating areas of Woodward Field
No Throwing of Objects
No unruly or disruptive behavior
No Foul/abusive language or obscene gestures
Intoxication or other signs of impairment related to alcohol consumption
Any guest not adhering to the above code or behaving in an unruly manner will be removed from Woodward Field. Crowd management staff reserves the right to determine what is unruly or unacceptable behavior, warranting removal.
If anyone is interfering with your enjoyment of our facility, please contact the nearest usher or ticket taker for assistance.
Questions
Event Management/Facilities - 509-359-6207
Marketing/Promotions - 509-359-6380
Athletics Tickets - 1-866-4GO-EAGS
Radio
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(30) Thirty Minutes before kick-off, the Eagle Football Tailgate show gets started with Larry Weir’s preview of the game, interviews with players, opposing media and a look at the weeks Big Sky action.
The shows keeps rolling as the voice of the Eagles, Larry Weir, interviews Coach Baldwin and gives his analysis of the game and reviews the scores and updates of NCAA college football action.
On the Dial:
1510-AM KGA "Everything Sports" ( Spokane/Cheney/Surround Areas)
1340-AM KTCR (Tri Cities)
980-AM KBBO ( Yakima )
Restrooms
Restrooms are located directly inside the upper and lower entrances adjacent to the concession stands. Portable restrooms are located in designated areas of the upper lot (P12) in the tailgate area.
RV Parking
RV parking is available for $30 per game in the following areas: Upper lot (P12), (P19) next to Red Barn, and the street. New for 2009 - RV Parking spot reservation for all 5 home games at Wooward Field - Only $125
Schedule
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Seating Chart
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Shuttle
The EWU Athletic Dept. does not provide shuttle service to and from games.
Smoking Policy
Washington State Law prohibits Smoking in any enclosed venue. Smoking will NOT BE PERMITTED in the stadium seating areas, all restrooms, the press box, or the concourse under the press box. Smoking is prohibited within 25 feet of the Stadium. Smoking is allowed in designated areas on outer stadium concourses only.
Strollers
Strollers will not be permitted in the stadium seating areas. All strollers, including umbrella strollers, must be left in the concourse area of Woodward Field at the risk of the owner.
Suites
Woodward Field Luxury Suites are located on the second floor of the press box. Please contact Krysta Plato, Eagle Athletic Association Coordinator at 509-359-6208 for further information.
Tailgating
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You can now purchase a Reserved RV Parking Space. With a reserved space for the season you will have the same parking space for each game. Bring your friends, food, and beverages to the best tailgate in Spokane County. You MUST pay for additional parking spots if you want to use more than one parking space. Each car will be given a designated parking pass that displays to parking services the number of parking spaces paid for. Parking Lots opens 4 hours before game time. There is NO overnight parking in Parking Lots (9, 12 or RH)… If you show up in the designated tailgating parking lots before Parking Services show, please return back to the entrance to pay for your parking space..You MUST have a parking pass to park. Parking Services will check the lots during pre-game.
Ticket Replacement Policy
Tickets that are lost, stolen, or left at home can be replaced at a cost of $5 per reprinted ticket.
• Tickets will be replaced ONLY for the original purchaser; NO EXCEPTIONS.
• Replacement tickets take precedence over the original tickets.
• The EWU Ticket Office reserves the right to revoke all ticket privileges in case of fraud.
• Students will only be permitted free admission only with their Eagle Card.
• ONLY tickets purchased or received from the Athletics Ticket Office or its authorized agencies are guaranteed to be valid. The ticket office DOES NOT guarantee tickets purchased or received from a second party.
Ticket Refund Policy
Scheduled game times are tentative up until the week of the game. There is a NO REFUND, EXCHANGE, OR CANCELLATION policy on tickets.
Ticket Problems-Game Day
The Stadium Ticket Office is located outside the lower and upper entrance. This office opens three (2) hours prior to scheduled game times and closes at the end of halftime. Assistance with any game day ticket problems can be addressed by contacting the Stadium Ticket Office in person. If a problem arises after entering the stadium, please contact stadium Guest Services personnel. If they are unable to resolve the problem, please contact the Stadium Ticket Office.
Purchasing Tickets on Game Day
Tickets go on sale Three (3) hours prior to scheduled game times.
Umbrellas
Personal sized umbrellas shall be allowed into an event site as the personal property of the owner. Such devices shall not be opened or raised in the event site in order to preserve the ability of others also in attendance to view the event unimpaired.
Weather
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Wheelchairs
Seating for those who are physically impaired is available at Sections B, E, H, I, J, K, N, 01, 02, P, Q. All seating for physically impaired patrons is sold on a RESERVED TICKET BASIS ONLY. If a patron has not ordered special tickets in advance, the ticket office will exchange their tickets if space is available. Physically impaired patrons are encouraged to notify the ticket office in advance for special seating accommodations at 509-359-4339. Disabled patrons with proper vehicle identification may park on a space available basis in EWU parking lots on game day. Look for lots displaying the international disability logo. Parking attendants can direct you to specific locations. For more information call 509-359-4339 or 1-866-4GO-EAGS.
Will Call
General Public - three (3) hours before kickoff.
All other will call opens two (2) hours before kickoff
• EWU Recruits, coaches' guests, and high school coaches/teams - Inside upper entrance (player pass)
• EWU players' guests - Inside upper entrance
• Visiting players' guests - Inside upper entrance
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