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AMERICA FIRST FIELD FAN CODE OF CONDUCT

America First Field is committed to creating a safe, comfortable, and enjoyable experiences for all guests. This Fan Code of Conduct addresses conducts that are inconsistent with these goals and detracts from the experience.

  • Behavior that is unruly, disruptive, threatening, or violent in nature, including verbal or physical harassment of match officials, players, staff, or fans
  • Conduct that is illegal
  • Conduct that results in damage to the venue or other personal property
  • Displaying signs, symbols, images, using language, or making gestures that are threatening, abusive, or discriminatory, including on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity, ability, and/or sexual orientation
  • Displaying signs, symbols, or images for commercial purposes or for electioneering, campaigning, or advocating for or against any candidate, political party, legislative issue, or government action
  • Entering or attempting to enter the field, the field track, the tunnel, or any other location other than that permitted by the fan’s ticket or credential
  • Possession of an unauthorized pyrotechnic device, smoke or firework or other Prohibited Items*
  • Throwing objects of any kind, including streamers
  • Failing to follow requests from venue staff regarding stadium operations, policies, and emergency response procedures
  • Declining to promptly return a ball that enters the stands
  • Irresponsible use or consumption of alcohol or other substances
  • Making unauthorized transmissions or play-by-play accounts of the match
  • Any behavior that otherwise targets other fans or interferes with other fans’ enjoyment of the game
  • Any fan who violates any of these provisions may be subject to penalty, including, but not limited to, ejection without refund, loss of ticket privileges for future games, and revocation of season tickets. Any fan who conducts themselves in an extremely disruptive or dangerous manner or commits multiple violations during a 12-month period, may be banned from attending future events at America First Field for up to a year or longer.

Depending on the nature and severity of the violation, individuals who violate this Fan Code of Conduct may be given additional options to be reinstated.

America First Field reserves the right to refuse entry to anyone who has engaged in harassment of match officials, opposing team members, staff, or other fans or who have otherwise violated this Code of Conduct using social or digital media or other forms of communication.

NATIONAL WOMEN'S SOCCER LEAGUE PLEDGE TO FANS

NWSL fans have a right to expect an environment where fans shall:

  • Be able to watch the match in a safe, clean and healthy environment.
  • Be treated in a courteous, consistent and professional manner.
  • Be treated with dignity and respect by other spectators attending the match and those organizing the event.
  • Be able to support his or her team, provided that the support is in good taste and neither adversely impacts the event experience of fellow spectators nor negatively impacts the match.
  • Expect displays of good sportsmanship.
  • Expect timely and accurate information related to the match.

For Major League Soccer Fan Code of Conduct: https://www.mlssoccer.com/about/fan-code-of-conduct

PROHIBITED ITEMS 2024

Policy applies to all events at America First Field, including MLS and NWSL events.

NO BAG POLCY – no bags or purses larger than 4” x 6” x 2” are allowed inside the stadium and do not have to be clear. Exceptions include medical bags, cultural bags, and diaper bags (with child present) no larger than 14” x 14” x 6” and are subject to search.
  • Weapons including, but not limited to, knives, switchblades, brass knuckles, pepper spray, stun guns, concealed weapons, and firearms. *America First Field is private property and does not honor concealed weapons permits or off-duty carry. Outside food or beverages, including alcohol, unless authorized by venue
  • Illegal drugs or harmful chemicals
  • Any missile or object that can be used as a projectile
  • Aerosol cans or pressurized containers
  • Professional camera equipment, including but not limited to, tripods, monopods, battery packs, large commercial video cameras, lenses longer than 4”
  • Noisemakers, including but not limited to, whistles, horns, airhorns
  • Laser pointers
  • Remote controlled aircraft or unmanned aircraft systems (drones)
  • Hoverboards, Skateboards, Rollerblades, Scooters, or other wheeled devices
  • Selfie Sticks
  • Signs, banners, or flags larger than 3’ x 5’ (including any on non-plastic, capped, or telescoping poles)
  • Inflated soccer balls or other sports equipment
  • Beach balls, balloons, or other inflatable items
  • Umbrellas
  • Animals (excluding certified service animals with proper documentation)
  • Confetti or streamers
  • Any other item deemed inappropriate and/or dangerous by the Venue Security Representative

America First Field reserves the right to amend this prohibited items list at any time.

For more information on prohibited items, visit americafirstfield.com