Eastern Michigan Athletics
MAC Basketball Tournament – Restricted Attendance Policy
3/10/2020 6:03:00 PM | Women's Basketball, General
This decision was made in consultation and guidance with local governmental and public health and medical officials
MAC Statement Regarding Men's and Women's Basketball Tournament in Cleveland;
Restricted Attendance Policy Due To COVID-19
CLEVELAND, Ohio -- Following consultation with Ohio governmental and public health officials, and at the recommendation of Ohio Governor Mike DeWine, the Mid-American Conference Men's and Women's Basketball Tournaments will be played, however a restricted attendance policy will be implemented at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse this week, March 11-14.
The Tournaments will continue as scheduled, however only credentialed institutional personnel, student-athlete family members, credentialed media, television and radio crews, and official team party members will be permitted for attendance for the tournaments. The MAC tournaments will be closed to the general public.
This decision was made in consultation and guidance with local governmental and public health and medical officials to limit large gatherings due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).
"The safety of all is our greatest concern. Since January, I have stated that any decision would follow the advice of state governmental officials and medical professionals. Following the feedback we received today we have taken this action which is in alignment with the recommendation of Governor DeWine," said Mid-American Conference Commissioner, Dr. Jon Steinbrecher.
All tickets for the MAC Men's and Women's Basketball Tournaments will be refunded in the form of a credit towards next year's tournament or a full refund. All ticketholders will receive an email with further instructions regarding next steps to receiving credit or refund. Beginning Wednesday during regular business hours, fans can contact the EMU Ticket Office at 734.487.3669 or the Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse box office at 216.420.2200.
Individuals should continue to take preventative actions advised by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to help stop the spread of germs, including washing hands frequently – for at least 20 seconds – containing coughs into a tissue or sleeve and staying home if you are sick, especially if you have a respiratory illness, body aches and fever. More information on the novel coronavirus and preventative measures can be found HERE.
This is an extremely fluid situation and guidelines are subject to change. Additional updates regarding EMU Athletics events will be published here as they become available. The latest information can also be found by following us on Twitter (@EMUAthletics).
Restricted Attendance Policy Due To COVID-19
CLEVELAND, Ohio -- Following consultation with Ohio governmental and public health officials, and at the recommendation of Ohio Governor Mike DeWine, the Mid-American Conference Men's and Women's Basketball Tournaments will be played, however a restricted attendance policy will be implemented at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse this week, March 11-14.
The Tournaments will continue as scheduled, however only credentialed institutional personnel, student-athlete family members, credentialed media, television and radio crews, and official team party members will be permitted for attendance for the tournaments. The MAC tournaments will be closed to the general public.
This decision was made in consultation and guidance with local governmental and public health and medical officials to limit large gatherings due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).
"The safety of all is our greatest concern. Since January, I have stated that any decision would follow the advice of state governmental officials and medical professionals. Following the feedback we received today we have taken this action which is in alignment with the recommendation of Governor DeWine," said Mid-American Conference Commissioner, Dr. Jon Steinbrecher.
All tickets for the MAC Men's and Women's Basketball Tournaments will be refunded in the form of a credit towards next year's tournament or a full refund. All ticketholders will receive an email with further instructions regarding next steps to receiving credit or refund. Beginning Wednesday during regular business hours, fans can contact the EMU Ticket Office at 734.487.3669 or the Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse box office at 216.420.2200.
Individuals should continue to take preventative actions advised by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to help stop the spread of germs, including washing hands frequently – for at least 20 seconds – containing coughs into a tissue or sleeve and staying home if you are sick, especially if you have a respiratory illness, body aches and fever. More information on the novel coronavirus and preventative measures can be found HERE.
This is an extremely fluid situation and guidelines are subject to change. Additional updates regarding EMU Athletics events will be published here as they become available. The latest information can also be found by following us on Twitter (@EMUAthletics).
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