Troy University Athletics
Troy Athletics Announces Clear Bag Policy Beginning with 2026-27 Athletics Season
4/21/2026 1:37:00 PM | Baseball, Football, General, Basketball (M), Basketball (W)
TROY, Ala. – 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.
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.
Fans who renew or purchase their 2026 Troy Football season tickets by the May 15 season ticket holder gift 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.
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.
Approved Bags
• Bags that are clear plastic, vinyl or PVC and do not exceed 12" x 6" x 12"
• One-gallon clear plastic freezer bag
• Small clutch purse, with or without a strap or handle that does not exceed 4.5" x 6.5"
• Bags that contain necessary medical items, which must be inspected and approved at a designated gate.
Prohibited Bags (include, but are not limited to)
• Non-clear purses
• Wallets or clutches larger than 4.5" x 6.5"
• Coolers, briefcases, solid backpacks, fanny packs or luggage of any kind
• Computer bags, camera bags or any bag larger than the permissible size
Seat cushions are permitted if they do not have pockets, are not in a carrying bag, are no wider than 18" and do not have armrests.
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.
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