UVA Athletics has announced updated policies for access to The Hill on football gamedays at Scott Stadium, to begin with this weekend’s home game with Boston College.
The updated policies include the following:
- Re-entry to The Hill will only be on a first-come, first-served basis. As a result, the issuance of stickers for the purpose re-entry has been eliminated.
- When capacity is reached as determined by DSS and UVA Athletics, The Hill will reopen as space allows. There will not be a one-in, one-out policy.
- Patrons admitted to The Hill may exit at any time, however re-entry is not guaranteed if maximum capacity is reached.
- In an effort to minimize congestion at each of The Hill’s five access points, queuing lines have been strategically positioned at each of these locations.
Fans can expect an increased presence by University Police and event staff at the north end zone of Scott Stadium, including on The Hill, per a press release from UVA Athletics that went out on Wednesday.
Access to The Hill remains exclusive to season-ticket holders, mini-plan buyers, Virginia Athletics Foundation donors, Cavman’s Crew members, UVA students, and other select groups (on a game-by-game basis), according to the release.
The updated policies were crafted in consultation with UVA student groups and fan feedback.
“I’m grateful for the opportunity to meet with the Department of Athletics and their willingness to explore adjustments following many students’ experiences on The Hill this season,” said Jackson Sleadd, the president of the UVA Class of 2027 and Student Council representative.
“We had a productive dialogue and agreed on the importance of our student body’s access to The Hill, especially given this year’s 37 percent increase in student attendance. I believe these new policies will maintain a safe environment while also allowing students to support our Hoos from The Hill.”
Share
Chris Graham
