{"id":10003,"date":"2026-04-21T21:24:20","date_gmt":"2026-04-21T21:24:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/today.troy.edu\/trojanvision\/?p=10003"},"modified":"2026-04-21T21:24:21","modified_gmt":"2026-04-21T21:24:21","slug":"troy-athletics-announces-clear-bag-policy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/today.troy.edu\/trojanvision\/2026\/04\/21\/troy-athletics-announces-clear-bag-policy\/","title":{"rendered":"Troy Athletics announces clear bag policy"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

TROY, Ala. \u2013\u00a0<\/strong>Troy Athletics will implement a clear bag policy beginning with the 2026-27 athletic season for all ticketed athletic events on campus in an effort to enhance safety and security features, Troy Athletics announced Tuesday.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The policy, which takes effect Aug. 1, 2026, covers all ticketed athletic events at Veterans Memorial Stadium, Trojan Arena and Riddle-Pace Field. The policy is not limited to these facilities but will be mandated for all Troy Athletics events held in those venues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fans who renew or purchase their 2026 Troy Football season tickets by the May 15 priority renewal deadline will receive a free Troy-branded clear bag, courtesy of Guardian Credit Union. Bags will not be mailed to qualifying ticket holders; pick-up details will be announced when available. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Fans will be asked to adhere to the policy by either leaving all prohibited, non-clear bags at home or in their vehicles, as outlined below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Approved Bags<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022          Bags that are clear plastic, vinyl or PVC and do not exceed 12\u201d x 6\u201d x 12\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022          One-gallon clear plastic freezer bag<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022          Small clutch purse, with or without a strap or handle that does not exceed 4.5\u201d x 6.5\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022          Bags that contain necessary medical items, which must be inspected and approved at a designated gate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Prohibited Bags (include, but are not limited to)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022          Non-clear purses<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022          Wallets or clutches larger than 4.5\u201d x 6.5\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022          Coolers, briefcases, solid backpacks, fanny packs or luggage of any kind<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022          Computer bags, camera bags or any bag larger than the permissible size<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Seat cushions are permitted if they do not have pockets, are not in a carrying bag, are no wider than 18\u201d and do not have armrests. <\/p>\n\n\n

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Items needed for small children or health purposes must be in a clear bag that meets the stated dimensions or must be inspected and approved at a designated gate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Editor’s Note: This article was contributed by Athletic Director Adam Prendergast<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

TROY, Ala. \u2013\u00a0Troy Athletics will implement a clear bag policy beginning with the 2026-27 athletic season for all ticketed athletic events on campus in an effort to enhance safety and security features, Troy Athletics announced Tuesday.\u00a0<\/p>\n

The policy, which takes effect Aug. 1, 2026, covers all ticketed athletic events at Veterans Memorial Stadium, Trojan Arena…<\/p>\n

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