Prentup Field Policies
The University of Colorado Athletic Department wants all fans to have a safe and enjoyable experience while taking in a football game at Prentup Field. The following policies and regulations are designed to be practical, functional, and to allow for the safety of our fans, student athletes and event staff. Our objective is to provide the best possible service and game day experience for all fans and guests of the Colorado Buffaloes.
UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO FAN CODE OF CONDUCT
Colorado Buffaloes - Competing With Class
The University of Colorado is committed to creating a safe, comfortable, and enjoyable sports & entertainment experience. The University of Colorado recognizes intercollegiate athletics as an important part of the student and alumni experience. We as fans should credit student athletes for their commitment to academic and athletic excellence and their efforts to compete within the rules of each sport. We also need to promote the Pac-12 Conference by upholding high standards of scholarship, competitive performance and spectator behavior.
The University of Colorado welcomes you as our guest to Prentup Field, you as college soccer fans have a right to expect an environment where:
- Student-Athletes, coaches, and team personnel will respect and appreciate each and every fan.
- Guests will be treated in a consistent, professional and courteous manner by all stadium and team personnel.
- Guests will enjoy the football experience free from disruptive behavior, including foul or abusive language or obscene gestures.
- Intervention with an impaired and intoxicated guest will be handled in a prompt and safe manner.
- Guests will sit only in their ticketed seats and show their tickets when requested.
- Guests will not engage in fighting, throwing of objects or attempting to enter the field, and those who engage in any of these actions will immediately be ejected from the game.
- Guests will comply with requests from stadium staff regarding stadium operations and emergency response procedures.
The venue staff has been trained to intervene where necessary to help ensure that the above expectations are met. Guests are encouraged to report any inappropriate behavior to the nearest usher, security guard or guest services staff member. Guests who choose not to adhere to these provisions will be subject to immediate ejection without refund and revocation of season tickets and may also be in violation of State Statutes or Municipal Ordinances resulting in possible arrest and prosecution. The University of Colorado thanks you for adhering to the provisions of the University of Colorado Fan Code of Conduct.
ALCOHOL
Alcohol can be purchased at designated vendor locations throughout Prentup Field. Individuals with unauthorized possession of alcoholic beverages, including anyone possessing alcohol under the age of 21, will be removed from the venue. Inebriated individuals will be denied admission to the venue. Such ejections are not grounds for refunds.
CONCESSIONS
Concessions areas are located to the east of the entrance to Prentup Field. Concession stands are open beginning one hour prior to kickoff until 10 minutes left in the match.
EMERGENCY NUMBER - 911
In case of medical emergencies this number can be used to reach our patrons attending the game. To expedite the process of locating a patron, please provide as much information as possible, including the seat location. (section, row, and seat number)
FIRST AID
Emergency medical treatment is available in the Duane Physics building directly across Colorado Avenue from the south end of the stadium. There are also first aid teams roaming throughout the stadium area. In case of emergency please contact an usher or police officer.
For First Aid at Prentup we have Stadium Medical onsite on the team sideline, usually if something happens with a fan they will respond and call AMR if transport is needed.
GATE TIMES/SECURITY SCREENING
Gates open 60 minutes prior to kick off. Prior to entering the venue gates, all patrons are subject to security screening, which may include walk-through metal detectors, electronic wanding & inspection of bags or other personal items. Also be sure to check out our list of Permitted and Prohibited items as well as our clear bag policy. There will be no lockers available onsite to check your belongings please plan accordingly.
LOST AND FOUND
All items found during and after the game will be held at the marketing tent near the entrance until the end of the game. All lost items will be logged by Guest Services and can be reached at guestservices@colorado.edu or by calling 303-492-5318 weekdays from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
PERMITTED ITEMS
- Bags that are clear plastic, vinyl or PVC and do not exceed 12” x 6” x 12”
- One-gallon (or smaller) clear plastic Ziploc/freezer bag
- Small clutch bags (no larger than 4.5” x 6.5” with or without a handle or strap
- Medically necessary items after proper inspection at Entrances
- Non-alcoholic beverages in approved factory-sealed plastic containers; 51 oz. / 1.5 liters or smaller (one per ticket holder)
- Empty non-disposable water bottles; 51 oz. / 1.5 liters or smaller (one per ticket holder). There is a water fountain inside Prentup Field available and all water bottles must be empty upon arrival to the field.
- Umbrella Strollers; if larger they can be returned to vehicle or checked in at Guest Services
- Seat cushions and chair backs must be 18” or less in width (no pockets, zippers or covers)
- Small personal cameras
- Binoculars
- Service Animals
- Blankets
- Umbrellas (Patrons with umbrellas MUST sit at the top of the bleachers so they do not impede the view of other spectators)
- Soccer balls and footballs
- Empty, non-disposable water bottles 51oz or 1.5L or smaller, one permitted per ticket holder. There is a water fountain inside the venue that can be used to fill your water bottle upon entry.
PROHIBITED ITEMS
Folsom Field complies with all TSA and Homeland Security prohibited items lists.
In addition, prohibited items include:
- Bags or containers larger than 12” x 6” x 12”
- No bags permitted at all; includes backpacks, diaper bags and other similar bags
- Clutches and purses must be the approximate size of the hand
- Hard & Soft sided coolers of any size or style
- Firearms or weapons of any type; including handguns carried in accordance w/ the Colorado Conceal & Carry Act
- Selfie/GoPro Sticks, flags on poles, other types of sticks, poles or similar objects that can be used as a weapon
- Fireworks, Drones or Laser pointers
- Non-factory sealed beverages or filled liquid containers including all thermoses
- Alcoholic beverages or illegal drugs (including medical marijuana)
- Glass or metal bottles or cans
- Any unapproved signs or banners
- Professional grade video or camera equipment (e.g. telephoto lenses), tripods, or monopods.
- Bikes, Scooters, Skateboards or skates
- Sunscreen or other sprays in an aerosol spray bottle
- Pets / Animals (with the exception of service animals)
Any other item(s) deemed dangerous or unacceptable by security.
IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS
| University Police | 303-492-6666 |
| Athletic Director | 303-492-7931 |
| Athletic Ticket Office | 303-492-8337 |
| Buff Club | 303-492-2200 |
| Sports Information | 303-492-5626 |
| Parking Services | 303-492-7384 |
RALPHIE’S GREEN STAMPEDE
In an aggressive effort to recycle, eliminate waste and cut even more carbon emissions, CU introduced “Ralphie’s Green Stampede” a zero-waste and carbon-reduction program at Prentup Field in 2008. The goal is to move toward zero-waste at Prentup Field during the soccer season and invest in local carbon-reduction projects to match energy used to power the stadium, for team travel and other soccer-related energy use.
RESTROOMS
Restrooms are located east of Prentup Field.
SMOKING
CU-Boulder is a smoke free campus.
TICKETING INFORMATION
Ticket Booth Gameday Hours - The Ticket Booth will be open on game days 90 minutes prior to kickoff to handle ticket sales, will call, and any ticket issues. The Ticket Booth is located at the southeast corner of the venue.
Will Call - Will call is located at the ticket booth. A valid photo ID is required.
Player Guest Pass Gate - Guests of both Colorado and visiting team players must check in at the guest ticket booth beginning one hour prior to kickoff. The Player Pass Gate will remain open until the end of Halftime. A valid photo ID is required for all player guests except small children.
Re-Entry - Is permitted by scanning your ticket out at the entrance and then scanning back in.
TICKET POLICY
- All persons MUST have a ticket for admission into the stadium. Children age 12 and under will be admitted for free. Parents and guardians of children will need to pickup a ticket from the ticket booth before entering Prentup Field if they do not already have one.
- The holder of a ticket is restricted to seating in the location that appears on the ticket.
- All ticket sales are final.
- Lost, stolen, or destroyed tickets are not replaceable.
- Game times and dates are subject to change without notice. Such changes are not grounds for refunds or exchanges.
- The University of Colorado reserves the right to revoke the license granted by a ticket by refunding purchase price.
- Holders of tickets to University of Colorado athletic events agree to abide by Athletic Department and University policy, as well as local State and Federal laws.
WHEELCHAIRS
Limited wheelchair seating is available. Please call the Ticket Office at 303-492-8337 well in advance of the game to check on availability. For wheelchair assistance email guestservices@colorado.edu well in advance of the game, or visit one of our guest services locations.