Policies for Spectators
Sportsmanship
It’s pretty simple. Whichever team you are cheering for,
your classmates, sons, daughters, nephews, and nieces have all
worked hard to represent the institution you are backing. Show your
pride in their effort, rather than your distaste for the opposing
team or officials. By insulting the opposition, you diminish the
accomplishment of the victors, and disrespect the efforts of the
vanquished.
At Franklin & Marshall, we take sportsmanship seriously. Our
Director of Athletics serves on the NCAA’s Committee on
Sportsmanship and Ethical Conduct, and is determined to forge a
positive example in the increasingly hostile world of fandom.
Prior to the start of each contest, the public address announcer
or a team captain will read the following statement:
Franklin & Marshall joins the NCAA and Centennial
Conference in promoting good sportsmanship by student-athletes,
coaches, and spectators. We request your cooperation by supporting
participants and officials in a positive manner. Profanity, racial
or sexist comments, or other intimidating acts directed at
student-athletes, officials, or team representatives will not be
tolerated, and are grounds for removal from the site of
competition.
Untoward behavior may result in your immediate ejection from the
venue of competition. If any spectator is impeding on your ability
to enjoy a contest at Franklin & Marshall, please find the
nearest administrator or Department of Public Safety officer to
assist you in resolving the issue.
Admission
In accordance with the practices of the Centennial Conference,
Franklin & Marshall does not charge admission to any regular
season sporting events.
Alcohol and Tobacco
Fans are not permitted to possess or use any alcohol or tobacco
products in any of Franklin & Marshall’s athletic venues.
Pets
Pets are not permitted in any of the indoor venues. They are
welcome at the outdoor venues provided they are leashed, cleaned up
after, and not in the seating areas.
Photography
Only credentialed photographers will be granted field access for photography. Credentials can be applied for through the office of Athletic Communications. Please contact Steve Peed, Director of Athletic Communications, or Jill Yamma, Director of Sports Information, clearly stating the following:
- Sport you wish to shoot
- Date of contest you wish to shoot
- The media organization or department you represent
- Contact information for your assigning editor
